Synonyms of shakes

shakes 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of shake

1

as in shudders

to make a series of small irregular or violent movements

the bus rattled and shook as it barreled down a rutted road

Synonyms & Similar Words

• shudders
• jerks
• vibrates
• quivers
• trembles
• shivers
• wobbles
• jiggles
• sways
• twitches
• convulses
• jolts
• joggles
• quakes
• buckets
• judders
• agitates
• jounces
• rocks
• swings
• flickers
• waves
• throbs
• flutters
• thrills
• chatters
• quavers
• fluctuates
• wavers
• undulates
• oscillates
• palpitates
• pulses
• pulsates
• dodders
• beats
• pitter-patters
• pit-a-pats

2

as in avoids

to get or keep away from (as a responsibility) through cleverness or trickery

we shook our pursuers by cutting through the abandoned lot

Synonyms & Similar Words

• avoids
• evades
• escapes
• shuns
• eludes
• eschews
• dodges
• deflects
• prevents
• shuffles (out of)
• eliminates
• shirks
• stays clear of
• scapes
• steers clear of
• ducks
• gets around
• keeps clear of
• fights shy of
• weasels (out of)
• misses
• finesses
• excludes
• thwarts
• precludes
• circumvents
• averts
• parries
• obviates
• wards (off)
• bans
• excepts
• bars
• diverts
• debars
• rules out
• bypasses
• frustrates
• foils
• overreaches
• outwits
• outsmarts
• skirts
• outfoxes
• foxes

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• seeks
• accepts
• embraces
• welcomes
• pursues
• catches
• incurs
• contracts
• courts

shakes

2 of 2

noun

plural of shake

as in shivers

a sense of panic or extreme nervousness

I get the shakes every time I hear her voice

Synonyms & Similar Words

• shivers
• nerves
• butterflies
• jitters
• willies
• creeps
• heebie-jeebies
• fidgets
• screaming meemies
• goose bumps
• jimjams
• dither
• cold sweat
• whim-whams
• fear
• hysteria
• anxiety
• nervous breakdown
• agitation
• uneasiness
• frazzle
• jumpiness
• edginess
• skittishness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• calm
• composure
• equanimity
• tranquility
• aplomb
• imperturbability
• self-possession

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of shakes

Verb

Themed milk shakes, cocktails and popcorn — in a premium new collectible Gazebo popcorn bucket that celebrates the heart of Stars Hollow’s town square — will be available for fans to purchase. — Carole Horst, Variety, 29 Sep. 2026

Her body shakes uncontrollably and her neck folds forward, making eye contact impossible. — Clara Molot, Vanity Fair, 29 Sep. 2026

In Nobody Wants This, agnostic podcaster Joanne Williams (Kristen Bell) begins an unexpected romance with Rabbi Noah Roklov (Brody), which shakes both their families as Joanne immerses herself in Noah’s culture and decides to convert to Judaism. — Glenn Garner, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2026

As the fan base collectively shakes their heads at the start of this season, and audibly shows their frustration at the first home game of the season, could the thought of keeping sustainability at the head coach position change in Green Bay? — Scott Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2026

One of the early winners, Bo Nickal, shakes his hand and gives the president a shout-out on live TV. — Dan Horn, Cincinnati Enquirer, 20 Sep. 2026

Across the way, awakening Uranus shakes your 2nd House of Resources, and this opposition asks your personal values to speak up. — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 16 Sep. 2026

The Heat could opt to be patient with the 15th standard contract slot and wait to see who shakes free on the buyout market in January and February. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 15 Sep. 2026

But Gregoria shakes her head slightly and fits the warm pack of tortillas into Molly’s hand. — Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2026

Noun

The menu also lists protein shakes, matcha, coffee and smoothies as well as acai bowls, sandwiches and breakfast bowls. — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 22 Sep. 2026

The Heat, which is hard-capped, added Nick Richards on a nonguaranteed deal but otherwise seems to be holding onto a spot in case something needle-moving shakes free on the buyout market in the months ahead. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2026

Biographers and historians have documented that Stewart suffered from severe psychological trauma, which caused digestive issues, insomnia, nightmares, shakes and sweats. — Ashley Hume , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2026

Visitors can try the area’s signature raspberry shakes and stay in waterfront rentals, covered wagons, lodges, or campgrounds. — Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 25 Aug. 2026

Now whey protein is collected during the cheese-making process and lines grocery store aisles in the form of protein powders, shakes and bars. — Idaho Statesman, 17 Aug. 2026

Response to the creamery—its array of luscious ice creams in the form of cups, cones, shakes, floats, and sundaes—exceeded his expectations. — Nancy Vienneau, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2026

Brava roofing has dead-ringer good looks for fussy favorites like cedar shakes, slate, and Spanish barrel tile, but the roofing is Class 4 impact-rated, the highest rating given by independent testing labs. — Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Aug. 2026

Bad Daddy’s previously offered a broader lineup of limited-time menu items that included desserts, shakes and appetizers. — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 10 Aug. 2026