tremulous
adjective
Shaking or quivering slightly; timid or nervous; characterized by trembling or wavering.
Etymology
From Latin tremulus meaning "trembling," from tremere (to tremble), related to Greek tremos (trembling).
Examples in Use
- 1.
"Her tremulous voice betrayed her nervousness during the presentation."
- 2.
"The tremulous candlelight cast dancing shadows on the walls."
- 3.
"He reached out with a tremulous hand to accept the award."
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Fun Fact
The word tremulous is related to "tremendous" - both come from Latin tremere (to tremble). Originally, tremendous meant "causing trembling" before it evolved to mean "very great."
Word Game Tips
Letters: 9 letters (T, R, E, M, U, L, O, U, S)
Scrabble Value: 11 points
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