Tremor

/ˈtrɛmər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An involuntary quaking or shaking of the body or a part of the body.

The patient exhibited a tremor in her hands, making it difficult for her to hold utensils.

A slight earthquake or earth vibration.

The region experienced a tremor that startled the residents in the middle of the night.

A state of emotional disturbance or anxiety.

There was a noticeable tremor in his voice as he delivered the nervous speech.

Latin 'tremor' meaning 'a shaking, trembling'.

tremor of fear

A noticeable shaking due to fear or anxiety.

tremors of excitement

A feeling of nervous energy or anticipation causing physical shaking.

remember the tremors

To recall significant or shocking events that caused a reaction.

shake

To move back and forth, often rapidly or unsteadily.

quiver

To tremble or shake with slight motions.

vibration

A rapid motion back and forth or up and down.

jitter

A slight or nervous shaking.

Nervous jitters.

I had a bit of a tremor before my presentation.

Excitement or anxiety causing noticeable shaking.

The thought of the concert gave me a tremor all day.