Tremulous: meaning, definitions and examples
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tremulous
[ หtrษm.jษ.lษs ]
physical description
Tremulous refers to a state of shaking or quivering, often due to nervousness or weakness. It can describe a physical reaction, such as a tremulous voice or hands, indicating fear or anxiety. Additionally, tremulous may also refer to a more delicate, unsteady quality in movements or sounds.
Synonyms
fluttering, quivering, shaky, trembling
Examples of usage
- She spoke in a tremulous voice.
- The tremulous leaves rustled in the wind.
- His hands were tremulous as he held the cup.
Translations
Translations of the word "tremulous" in other languages:
๐ต๐น tremuloso
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคพเคเคชเคคเคพ เคนเฅเค
๐ฉ๐ช zitternd
๐ฎ๐ฉ bergetar
๐บ๐ฆ ััะตะผัััะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ drลผฤ cy
๐ฏ๐ต ้ใใฆใใ
๐ซ๐ท tremblant
๐ช๐ธ tembloroso
๐น๐ท titreyen
๐ฐ๐ท ๋จ๋ฆฌ๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุฑุชุฌู
๐จ๐ฟ tลesoucรญ se
๐ธ๐ฐ trasรบci sa
๐จ๐ณ ้ขคๆ็
๐ธ๐ฎ tremoฤ
๐ฎ๐ธ titrandi
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะดาฏัััะปะดะตะณะตะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแ แงแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ titrษyษn
๐ฒ๐ฝ tembloroso
Etymology
The word 'tremulous' comes from the Latin word 'tremulus', which means 'shaking' or 'trembling'. This Latin term is derived from 'tremere', meaning 'to tremble' or 'to shake'. The word has been in use in the English language since the early 17th century and has maintained a consistent meaning related to trembling or quaking. Over the centuries, it has been employed in literature and poetry to evoke emotional intensity, often signifying fear, fragility, or a subtle state of disturbance. Its usage in various contexts illustrates its versatility in describing both physical sensations and emotional states.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #19,975, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 19974 slanted
- 19975 tremulous
- 19976 usability
- 19977 assiduously
- 19978 redirect
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