vavista — meaning in English

English meaning

• shake verb To move something rapidly back and forth or up and down.
• shudder verb To shake briefly, usually from fear, cold, or disgust.

Senses

vavista is used for these senses in English:

• shake (transitive) To move (one's head) from side to side, especially to indicate refusal, reluctance, or disapproval.
• shudder (intransitive) To shake nervously, often from fear or horror.
• shudder (intransitive) To vibrate jerkily.

shake — full definition

1. verb To move something rapidly back and forth or up and down.
2. verb To move one's head from side to side, usually to say no or express disbelief.
3. verb To upset or emotionally disturb someone.
4. verb To get rid of or escape from someone or something.
5. noun A thick drink made by blending ice cream (or milk) with flavoring.

shudder — full definition

1. verb To shake briefly, usually from fear, cold, or disgust.
2. noun A brief trembling caused by fear, cold, or disgust.

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