😰quaver

verb, noun
/ˈkweɪvər/

Meaning

To shake or tremble in speaking, typically through nervousness or emotion.

Example Sentences

Her voice quavered as she spoke before the crowd.

Synonyms

tremble, shake, quiver, waver, falter

Antonyms

steady, firm

Collocations

voice quavers, quaver with fear, quaver with emotion, quaver sound

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