Definition

Shaking or trembling slightly, often due to fear, excitement, or cold.

Example

Her voice was quivery as she spoke in front of the large audience.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see that cat? It was so quivery when it was scared!

Yeah, I noticed that too; it looked like it was really nervous.

I love how animals show their feelings, even when they're quivery.

Absolutely! It makes them feel more relatable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Quivery → It is formed from "quiver" (from Old English *cwifrian*, meaning to shake or tremble) and the suffix "-y" (meaning characterized by). The word "quivery" describes something characterized by shaking or trembling.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'characterized by' shaking or trembling, which helps you remember that 'quivery' means to shake.

Visually Confused Words