Quiver ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Quiver ( verb )

  1. To shake or tremble slightly.
  2. To vibrate or oscillate rapidly.
  3. To feel a sudden strong emotion.

Origin:

The word "quiver" is derived from old english word "cwifer" meaning "a container for arrows". it was used to describe the physical action of a container shaking or vibrating, which led to the use of the word to describe the motion of a person or object that is shaking or trembling.

Examples:

  1. Her voice quivered with emotion as she spoke.
  2. The leaves of the tree quivered in the wind.
  3. His hand quivered as he reached for the glass.
  4. The sound of the music made the floor quiver.
  5. The whole building quivered as the earthquake hit.

(As a noun)

Quiver ( noun )

  1. To shake or tremble slightly.
  2. To vibrate or oscillate rapidly.
  3. To feel a sudden strong emotion.

Origin:

The word "quiver" is derived from old english word "cwifer" meaning "a container for arrows". it was used to describe the physical action of a container shaking or vibrating, which led to the use of the word to describe the motion of a person or object that is shaking or trembling.

Examples:

  1. Her voice quivered with emotion as she spoke.
  2. The leaves of the tree quivered in the wind.
  3. His hand quivered as he reached for the glass.
  4. The sound of the music made the floor quiver.
  5. The whole building quivered as the earthquake hit.
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