tremulous

[ˈtrɛmjʊləs]

tremulous Definition

• 1. shaking or quivering slightly
• 2. timid or nervous

Using tremulous: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tremulous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  Her voice was tremulous with emotion.

• Example

  He spoke in a tremulous voice.

• Example

  She took a deep breath to steady her tremulous hands.

tremulous Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tremulous

• shaky
• quivering
• trembling
• shuddering
• quavering

Antonyms for tremulous

• steady
• firm
• confident

Phrases with tremulous

• tremulous smile

  a smile that is hesitant or unsteady, often due to nervousness or fear

  Example

  She gave him a tremulous smile before walking away.

• tremulous hand

  a hand that is shaking or unsteady, often due to nervousness or fear

  Example

  She reached out with a tremulous hand to take the letter from him.

• tremulous whisper

  a whisper that is shaky or unsteady, often due to nervousness or fear

  Example

  She spoke in a tremulous whisper, afraid that someone might overhear.

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Summary: tremulous in Brief

The term 'tremulous' [ˈtrɛmjʊləs] describes something that is shaking or quivering slightly, or someone who is timid or nervous. It can be used to describe physical movements, such as 'She took a deep breath to steady her tremulous hands,' or emotional states, such as 'Her voice was tremulous with emotion.'