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shivering

|shiv-er-ing|

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/ˈʃɪvərɪŋ/

(shiver)

tremble slightly

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleAdjective
shivershiversshiversshiveredshiveredshiveringshivery
Etymology
Etymology Information

'shiver' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'chiveren', where 'chiveren' meant 'to tremble'.

Historical Evolution

'chiveren' transformed into the modern English word 'shiver'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to tremble', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

present participle of 'shiver'.

She was shivering in the cold.

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Adjective 1

characterized by trembling or shaking.

The shivering child wrapped himself in a blanket.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45