Definitions
- Describing a slight shaking or vibration of an object. - Referring to a rapid and uncontrolled movement of the body due to fear, excitement, or nervousness. - Talking about a sound that is shaky or wavering.
- Describing a slight shaking or quivering of the body due to cold, fear, or excitement. - Referring to a shaking or quivering of the voice due to strong emotions such as anger or sadness. - Talking about a shaking or quivering of the ground due to an earthquake or other natural disaster.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve shaking or quivering.
- 2Both can be caused by fear or excitement.
- 3Both can be used to describe physical or emotional states.
- 4Both can be used to describe sounds or vibrations.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Quivered implies a slight or subtle shaking, while tremble can be more intense and noticeable.
- 2Cause: Quivered can be caused by external factors such as wind or sound, while tremble is usually caused by internal factors such as emotions or physical conditions.
- 3Duration: Quivered can be brief and temporary, while tremble can last longer and be more persistent.
- 4Connotation: Quivered can have a positive connotation, such as describing a pleasant sensation, while tremble is often associated with negative emotions or situations.
- 5Usage: Quivered is less common than tremble and may be considered more formal or literary.
Remember this!
Quivered and tremble are synonyms that both describe shaking or quivering. However, quivered is often used to describe a subtle or slight shaking, while tremble can be more intense and noticeable. Additionally, quivered can be caused by external factors such as wind or sound, while tremble is usually caused by internal factors such as emotions or physical conditions.
