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Shudder at Meaning in English

expression

ˈʃədɝ/ /ˈæt
SHUD-er-at
ʃˈʌdɐ/ /ˈæt
SHUD-uh-rat

释义

To react with fear, disgust, or discomfort when thinking about something unpleasant or scary.

用法与细微差别

Used for strong emotional or physical reactions, often about ideas, memories, or sights. Usually followed by what causes the reaction ('shudder at the thought,' 'shudder at the idea'). Not for minor discomfort—implies a noticeable body reaction.

例句

I shudder at the sight of spiders.

basic

Many people shudder at the thought of public speaking.

basic

Children often shudder at scary stories.

basic

He shuddered at the memory of that cold night.

natural

I shudder at the idea of eating snails.

natural

You can’t help but shudder at what might have happened.

natural