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Synonyms for

Shudder

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

Definition

To tremble or shake involuntarily.

Synonyms & similar words

shiver chill frisson tremor throb quiver thrill tingle quiver tremble shake shiver quaver vibrate judder convulse thrill twitch jitter jiggle flutter wince spasm tremor palpitate quail falter shimmy

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Example sentences

  1. She felt a shudder run through her body as she heard the loud noise.
  2. The cold wind made me shudder with cold.
  3. He couldn't help but shudder at the thought of spiders.
  4. The earthquake made the ground shudder beneath our feet.
  5. The scary movie made me shudder in my seat.

Quotes

  • When I think of the horrors of the guillotine, I shudder, and I give thanks that I was born in the time of chloroform.
  • I shudder at the thought of a life without books.
  • I shudder to think of life without music.

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