English Synonym Finder

quake

Definitions

To shake or tremble, typically as a result of fear, cold, or strong emotion.

A sudden and violent shaking of the ground, sometimes causing great destruction, as a result of movements within the earth's crust.

Examples

The ground began to quake violently as the earthquake struck the city.

She felt her knees quake with fear when she stood before the large audience.

Synonyms

tremble shiver shake vibrate quiver shudder wobble

Antonyms

stabilize still calm steady settle rest freeze