shivering (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: [ˈʃɪvər]

Definition

To shake slightly and quickly because you are cold or frightened.

Examples

• He shivered in the thin blanket.

• A shiver ran down her spine when she heard the strange noise.

• The cold made her shiver.

How to Use shivering

shiver with [emotion] (prepositional phrase)

To shake because of a strong emotion like cold, fear, or excitement. — "He shivered with cold and hunger."

Synonyms of shivering

Words with a similar meaning to shivering:

• tremble
• quiver
• shudder

Antonyms of shivering

Words with the opposite meaning to shivering:

• glow
• thrive

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