Meaning & Definition of Shiver in English
English⟶
Shiver
/ʃɪvər/
noun
1. A reflex motion caused by cold or fear or excitement
synonym:
- tremble,
- shiver,
- shake
2. An almost pleasurable sensation of fright
- "A frisson of surprise shot through him"
synonym:
- frisson,
- shiver,
- chill,
- quiver,
- shudder,
- thrill,
- tingle
verb
1. Tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement
synonym:
- shudder,
- shiver,
- throb,
- thrill
2. Shake, as from cold
- "The children are shivering--turn on the heat!"
synonym:
- shiver,
- shudder
Examples of using
A shiver ran down my spine.