Synonyms for

Shimmy

Verb / ˈʃɪmi: / Another word for shimmy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to shake or vibrate rapidly back and forth

Synonyms & similar words

shift chemise wobble teddy slip shake quiver waggle jiggle flutter vibrate tremble throb pulsate wobble jerk jive swing rock sway jolt shudder twitch convulse shiver

Example sentences

  1. The leaves on the tree shimmy in the wind.
  2. She learned how to shimmy her hips in dance class.
  3. The car started to shimmy when it reached high speeds.
  4. The dog's tail would shimmy whenever it was excited.
  5. The earthquake caused the ground to shimmy and shake.

Quotes

  • "I love to shimmy and shake when I dance!" - Anonymous
  • "Shimmy, shimmy, cocoa pop. Shimmy, shimmy, rock!" - Missy Elliott
  • "The car started to shimmy and shake on the bumpy road." - John Smith

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