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quiver

[kwɪvər]

quiver Definition

  • 1to shake with a slight but rapid motion
  • 2a case for holding or carrying arrows

Using quiver: Examples

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

  • Example

    Her voice quivered with emotion.

  • Example

    The leaves of the tree quivered in the breeze.

  • Example

    He reached for his quiver and pulled out an arrow.

  • Example

    The archer carried his quiver on his back.

quiver Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for quiver

Idioms Using quiver

  • make someone's flesh quiver

    to cause someone to feel intense fear or revulsion

    Example

    The horror movie was so scary that it made my flesh quiver.

  • quiver in one's boots

    to be very afraid or nervous

    Example

    I was quivering in my boots when I had to give a speech in front of a large audience.

  • to shake or tremble due to strong feelings of excitement or anticipation

    Example

    The fans were quivering in anticipation of their favorite band's concert.

Phrases with quiver

  • to tremble or shake due to strong feelings of excitement or anticipation

    Example

    The children quivered with excitement as they waited for Santa Claus to arrive.

  • to shake or tremble due to strong feelings of fear or terror

    Example

    The small dog quivered in fear when it heard the loud thunder.

  • empty quiver

    a situation where all the nuclear weapons of a country are lost or stolen

    Example

    The military was concerned about the possibility of an empty quiver scenario.

Origins of quiver

from Old English 'cwifer', meaning 'nimble, quick'

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Summary: quiver in Brief

The term 'quiver' [kwɪvər] refers to a slight but rapid shaking motion, often due to strong emotions like excitement or fear. It can also refer to a case for holding arrows. Examples include 'Her voice quivered with emotion,' and 'He reached for his quiver and pulled out an arrow.' Phrases like 'quiver with excitement' and idioms like 'quiver in one's boots' denote intense feelings of excitement or fear.