shaking
Translation
shaking, trembling
Examples
He held out a shaking hand.
He held out a shaking hand.
Her voice was shaking with fear.
Her voice was shaking with fear.
Grammar Patterns
((shaking + noun)) used to describe a noun that is trembling or vibrating. He held out a shaking hand.
Similar Words
Synonyms: trembling, quivering; Antonyms: steady, firm
Etymology
From the present participle of the verb 'to shake', from Old English 'scacan'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a leaf shaking in the wind or your hands shaking when you're nervous.