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tremulous

Tremulous (adj) means Trembling, quivering, or shaking.

adj
1
Trembling, quivering, or shaking.
2
Timid, hesitant; lacking confidence.
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Etymology

From Latin tremulus, from tremō (“to tremble, shake”) + -ulus. Doublet of tremor and tremble. By surface analysis, tremulate + -ous.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of tremulous?

"tremulous" (adj) means trembling, quivering, or shaking.

What are the different meanings of tremulous?

"tremulous" has 2 main meanings: 1. Trembling, quivering, or shaking; 2. Timid, hesitant; lacking confidence.

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