Shuddered: meaning, definitions and examples

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shuddered

 

[ หˆสƒสŒdษ™rd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

physical reaction

The word 'shuddered' refers to a sudden, involuntary movement, often caused by fear or revulsion. It typically describes a shaking or trembling sensation that is more intense than a mere shiver. People might shudder when feeling cold, frightened, or disgusted. It can also indicate a strong emotional response to something unsettling.

Synonyms

quake, shiver, tremble, tremor

Examples of usage

  • She shuddered at the thought of horror movies.
  • He shuddered when he heard the creepy noise outside.
  • I always shudder when I see spiders.

Translations

Translations of the word "shuddered" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tremeu

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคพเคเคชเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช zitterte

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menggigil

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ั€ะตะผั‚ั–ั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ drลผaล‚

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้œ‡ใˆใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท trembla

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ temblรณ

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท titredi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋–จ๋ ธ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู‡ุชุฒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zatล™รกsl se

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ triasol

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ขคๆŠ–ไบ†

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zatrese

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ titraรฐi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดั–ั€ั–ะปะดะตะดั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒ”แƒซแƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ titrษ™di

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ temblรณ

Etymology

The word 'shudder' originates from Old English 'scฤ“ardian', which originally meant to shake or tremble. Over time, it evolved through Middle English as 'shodren'. The term conveys a deep sense of physical sensation associated with fear, cold, or disgust. Related forms in other Germanic languages, such as Dutch 'schudden' and German 'schรผtteln', illustrate the common roots concerning shaking or trembling. The evolution of its usage has maintained a connection to both physical and emotional states, exemplifying how language reflects human experiences. Today, 'shudder' is commonly used in literature and conversation to evoke strong imagery or feelings.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,868, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.