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quiver

verb · noun

Simple meaning

Shake with fast, tremulous movements.

Pronunciation

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kwiver

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈkwɪvɚ

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Word Review

Definition

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verb

  1. Shake with fast, tremulous movements

  2. intransitive

    To shake or move with slight and tremulous motion.

  3. Move with or as if with a regular alternating motion

noun

  1. weaponry

    A container for arrows, crossbow bolts or darts, such as those fired from a bow, crossbow or blowgun.

  2. A stream in Illinois, United States; in full, Quiver Creek.

  3. figuratively

    A ready storage location for figurative tools or weapons.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C2 · Proficient
Frequency
Uncommon
Typical Use
Primarily written

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Aura for this meaning

This meaning: Shake with fast, tremulous movements

Used this way, quiver is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Emotional tone
Neutral
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Not strongly marked
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
No strong connotation
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

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Synonyms

Sense: shake with fast or tremulous movements

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