Meaning & Definition of word "Shaken"

Shaken

/ˈʃeɪ.kən/

verb:

  • 1. Past participle of shake; to have moved something back and forth.
    • Example: He had shaken the bottle before opening it.

adjective:

  • 1. Moved or caused to move in a trembling or unsteady way.
    • Example: The earthquake left the buildings shaken and vulnerable.
  • 2. Affected by strong emotions, especially fear or anxiety.
    • Example: After hearing the news, she was left shaken and unsure of what to do next.
  • 3. Stirred or mixed thoroughly.
    • Example: The cocktail was shaken with ice before being poured into the glass.

Etymology

Past participle of shake, from Old English 'sceacan'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

shake it off:

To dismiss something or recover from an unpleasant experience.

shaken but not stirred:

A phrase popularized by James Bond, suggesting something has been shaken but retains its essence.

shaken to the core:

Deeply affected or traumatized.

Related Words

shake:

To move back and forth or up and down with rapid, forceful movements.

quiver:

To shake or tremble slightly.

tremor:

An involuntary quaking or trembling.

Slang Meanings of shaken

Meaning: Freaked out or startled.

Example Sentence: After that jump scare, I was totally shaken!

Meaning: Shaken up by a bad experience.

Example Sentence: He was shaken after the car accident.