noun Uncommon

trembling

TREHMB-lihng

Trembling (noun) means the act or state of shaking with small, quick movements. Example: “A slight trembling in his hands gave away how nervous he was.”

noun

The act or state of shaking with small, quick movements.

"A slight trembling in his hands gave away how nervous he was."

adj

Shaking slightly, often from fear, cold, or weakness.

"She spoke in a trembling voice as she read the eulogy."

Word Forms

tremblings plural

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Synonyms

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shaking vibration quiver quivering shakiness palpitation

Related Words

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Rhymes for trembling

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “trembling” mean?

The word “trembling” means the act or state of shaking with small, quick movements.

How do you pronounce “trembling”?

“Trembling” is pronounced TREHMB-lihng (/ˈtɹɛmblɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “trembling” in a sentence?

Here is “trembling” used in a sentence: “A slight trembling in his hands gave away how nervous he was.”

What part of speech is “trembling”?

Depending on how it is used, “trembling” can be a noun and an adjective.

Is “trembling” a common word?

“Trembling” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “trembling” have?

“Trembling” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act or state of shaking with small, quick movements.

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