Definition

In a way that is shaky or tremulous, often used to describe a sound or movement that is unsteady.

Example

The old floorboards creaked quakily as we walked across them.

Conversation

Did you see that duck at the park?

Yeah, it was moving so quakily!

I couldn't help but laugh at how funny it looked.

Right? It really added some charm to our walk.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Quakily is derived from "quake" (from Old English "cwacian", meaning to shake or tremble) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "quakily" describes an action done in a shaking or trembling manner.

Memory Tip

Imagine something that shakes or trembles ('quake') and how it happens in a certain way ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'quakily' means to do something in a shaking manner.

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