aquiver

adjective

aquiv·​er ə-ˈkwi-vər How to pronounce aquiver (audio)
: marked by trembling or quivering

Examples of aquiver in a Sentence

He was all aquiver with excitement. a puppy aquiver with anticipation as his owner held out a treat

Word History

First Known Use

1864, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of aquiver was in 1864

Dictionary Entries Near aquiver

Cite this Entry

“Aquiver.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aquiver. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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