Temblor (noun)

An earthquake.

Origin:

The word temblor comes from the spanish word "temblar" meaning "to shake".

Examples:

1. The temblor caused damage to several buildings in the city.
2. The temblor was felt over a wide area.
3. The temblor caused a power outage and several roads were closed.
4. Temblors are caused by the movement of tectonic plates.
5. Many people were injured in the temblor, rescue teams were sent to the affected area.