Meaning & Definition of word "Quake"

Quake

/kweɪk/

1. a shaking or trembling of the earth, often caused by tectonic activity.
- Example: The recent quake disrupted services throughout the city.
2. a sudden shaking or trembling movement.
- Example: He felt a quake of excitement when he received the good news.

1. to shake or tremble, usually as a result of an earthquake.
- Example: The ground began to quake violently during the earthquake.
2. to tremble or shudder, as from fear or excitement.
- Example: She felt her body quake with fear as she entered the dark room.

●From Middle English 'quaken', from Old English 'cwacian', meaning 'to shake'.

earthquake:

A sudden and violent shaking of the ground, often causing destruction.

quake in one's boots:

To be very afraid or anxious.

quake with fear:

To tremble or shake due to fear.

tremor:

A slight shaking or vibrating movement.

seismic:

Relating to or denoting geological phenomena such as earthquakes.

shaking:

The act of moving back and forth violently.

Meaning: Quake out

● Example Sentence: He totally quaked out during the horror movie.

Meaning: Quake zone

● Example Sentence: That area is a quake zone; better be prepared.