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Shakiness - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Shakiness refers to a trembling or unsteady movement, often caused by weakness, nervousness, or instability. It can describe physical quivering or uncertainty in decisions or situations.

shakiness

/ˈʃeɪkinəs/ /ˈʃeɪkinəs/

Definition:

The state of trembling or unsteadiness, often due to weakness, fear, or instability.

Synonyms:

Trembling, unsteadiness, quivering, wobbliness

Part of Speech:

Noun

Antonyms:

Stability, steadiness

Common Collocations:

Nervous shakiness, slight shakiness, voice shakiness, hand shakiness

Derivatives:

Shaky, shakily

Usage Tips:

Use "shakiness" to describe physical or emotional instability, like trembling hands or uncertainty in decisions.

Common Phrases:

Shakiness in one's voice, the shakiness of the bridge

Etymology:

Derived from "shaky," meaning unsteady, originating from Old English "sceacan" (to shake).

Examples:

  • 1. Her shakiness made it hard to hold the cup steady.
  • 2. The doctor noticed shakiness in his patient’s hands.
  • 3. After the scare, she felt a sudden shakiness in her legs.
  • 4. His voice had a slight shakiness when he spoke nervously.

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