quaver
Definitions
To shake or tremble in speaking, typically through nervousness or emotion.
A musical note having the time value of an eighth of a semibreve or half a crotchet.
A shake or vibration in the voice when speaking or singing.
Examples
Her voice began to quaver as she recounted the traumatic events of the accident.
The old man's hand started to quaver while he attempted to sign the important document.
Synonyms
Antonyms
steady stabilize remain firm stand still be resolute calm settle