Definition

A shaking or vibrating movement, often caused by an earthquake or a nervous feeling.

Example

The tremor from the earthquake shook the entire building.

Conversation

Did you feel that tremor last night during the storm?

Yeah, it was pretty intense!

I thought it was an earthquake at first.

Same here! It gave me quite a scare.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tremor → It is derived from the Latin word "tremere" (meaning to tremble). The word "tremor" refers to an involuntary shaking or quivering movement, often associated with fear or excitement.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for trembling, 'tremere', to remember that a tremor is a shaking or quivering movement.

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