Tremulously: meaning, definitions and examples
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tremulously
[ ˈtrɛmjʊləsli ]
in a shaky manner
In a trembling or quivering way, typically due to fear or nervousness. It can also indicate a sense of uncertainty or hesitation.
Synonyms
hesitantly, quiveringly, shakily
Examples of usage
- She spoke tremulously, her voice barely audible.
- He reached out a tremulously hand to touch the fragile object.
Translations
Translations of the word "tremulously" in other languages:
🇵🇹 tremulamente
🇮🇳 कंपित होकर
🇩🇪 zitternd
🇮🇩 gemetar
🇺🇦 тремтливо
🇵🇱 drżąco
🇯🇵 震えるように
🇫🇷 tremblant
🇪🇸 temblorosamente
🇹🇷 titreyerek
🇰🇷 떨리면서
🇸🇦 برعشة
🇨🇿 chvějivě
🇸🇰 chvejúco
🇨🇳 颤抖地
🇸🇮 trepetajoče
🇮🇸 skjálfandi
🇰🇿 дірілдеп
🇬🇪 კანკალით
🇦🇿 titreyərək
🇲🇽 temblorosamente
Word origin
The adverb 'tremulously' is derived from the adjective 'tremulous', which dates back to the 16th century. The word 'tremulous' comes from the Latin word 'tremulus', meaning 'trembling'. Over time, the adverb form 'tremulously' has become commonly used to describe actions or speech that are shaky, quivering, or hesitant. It is often employed in literature to convey a sense of fear, nervousness, or uncertainty in characters or situations.