Frémissant (en. Quivering)

/fʁe.mi.sɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Describes something that shakes slightly.
The flame of the candle was flickering under the breath of the wind.
La flamme de la bougie était frémissante sous le souffle du vent.
Describes a movement of agitation or worry.
She had a flickering gaze, revealing her anxiety.
Elle avait un regard frémissant, trahissant son anxiété.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'frémir', meaning 'to tremble'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to tremble with anxiety
to feel a great deal of worry
frémir d'anxiété
to tremble like a leaf
to be very anxious or frightened
trembler comme une feuille

Related Words

frémir
to experience a slight fear or trembling.
frémir
trembling
involuntary movement or shake.
tremblement

Slang Meanings

To be nervous or very agitated.
He was anxious before going on stage.
Il était frémissant avant de monter sur scène.
To have doubts or worries.
His project made him anxious.
Son projet le rendait frémissant.