quiverish

/ˈkwɪvərɪʃ/

Definitions

1. adjective

trembling or shaking slightly, especially with fear or cold.

“As the cold wind blew, the leaves became quiverish and fell from the tree.”

2. verb

to become or cause to become quiverish or trembling.

“The old woman’s hands were quiverish as she held the cup of hot tea.”

Synonyms

  • shaky
  • trembly
  • tremulous

Antonyms

  • firm
  • stable