Tressaillant (en. Shuddering)

/tʁɛsajɑ̃/

Synonyms

  • ébranlant
  • sursautant
  • vibrant

Slang Meanings

To be very nervous
He is jumpy before an exam.
Il est tressaillant avant un examen.
To react excessively
She is jumpy when surprises are mentioned.
Elle est tressaillante quand on parle de surprises.