Shivered Meaning in English
word · lemma: shiver
ˈʃɪvɝd
SHIV-erd
ʃˈɪvəd
SHIV-uhd
Definition
To shake or tremble slightly, usually because of cold, fear, or excitement.
Usage & Nuances
Used in past tense. Common with 'from cold,' 'with fear,' or 'at the thought.' Can describe both physical and emotional reactions. Don't confuse with 'shudder' (sudden convulsive movement, usually from disgust or fear).
Spanish: temblóPortuguese (BR): tremeuPortuguese (PT): estremeceuChinese (Simplified): 发抖了Chinese (Traditional): 發抖了Hindi: काँप गयाArabic: ارتجفBengali: কাঁপল - শিউরে উঠলRussian: задрожала - поёжилась - вздрогнулаJapanese: 震えたVietnamese: run lên - rùng mìnhKorean: 떨었다Turkish: titrediUrdu: کانپ اٹھی - لرز گئیIndonesian: menggigil
Example Sentences
She shivered in the cold wind.
basic
He shivered with fear during the scary movie.
basic
The dog shivered after falling in the water.
basic
I shivered just thinking about walking home in this weather.
natural
Everyone shivered when the door suddenly slammed shut.
natural
She shivered at the sound of thunder last night.
natural