SHIVERS Synonyms: 88 Similar and Opposite Words

shivers 1 of 2

noun

plural of shiver

as in nerves

a sense of panic or extreme nervousness looking down from the window ledge sent shivers up my spine

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shivers

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verb

present tense third-person singular of shiver

as in shudders

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Noun

Speaking to Julia Cunningham on her eponymous podcast, Adams says the moment when Cecile realizes her half-sister is the serial killer (while her mom was a plain ol’ one-off manslaughterer) still gives her the shivers. — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 22 July 2026 Judith claims to be a forensic accountant, but is actually a career assassin whose very name sends shivers of fear through her enemies and ones of excitement through her admirers. — Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 14 July 2026 This is sending shivers down the spines of regular Democrats, who now sheepishly admit the party has been turned over to the left-wing loons. — Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 27 June 2026 The warning that exuberant investors might not be quite rational sent temporary shivers through global stock markets. — Scott Horsley, NPR, 22 June 2026 Gives me the shivers every time. — Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026 Economic shivers give both the fits, and a pressured consumer has both well in the red so far this year. — Brett Owens, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026 These insects and arachnids might startle you or send shivers down your spine, but there's no need to worry about these bugs—not too much, anyway. — Steve Bender, Southern Living, 21 May 2026 For anyone with even a mild rodent aversion, that can trigger shivers of disgust. — Angela Haupt, Time, 8 May 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for shivers

Noun

Not Bone, But Nerve That something is the ulnar nerve, one of the three major nerves running down the arm.

— Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Chili introduces capsaicin, which activates nerves responsible for sensing heat rather than taste.

— Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026

Definition of nerves

Verb

The American flag has never been among those Davis shudders to make.

— Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 6 June 2026
Nothing much really happens in this movie after Philip’s initial arrest, but the world viscerally shudders under Lucy’s feet every time one of her husband’s alibis falls apart.

— David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 15 May 2026

Definition of shudders

Verb

That splits the danger premium into two kinds, and telling them apart is the single most useful skill in this environment.

— Jason Snyder, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Food and drink Avant Mar’s culinary offerings are world-class, and the central pool (a long, slinky watering hole that points toward the beach) splits the hotel’s two main restaurants.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026

Definition of splits

Noun

Try adding a few shakes of cinnamon or pumpkin spice blend for warm and cozy notes, or stir in a few drops of almond or vanilla extract.

— Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2026
Customers can also order shakes and iced coffee drinks as well as mini churros, donut bites and other desserts.

— Angela Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 22 July 2026

Definition of shakes

Verb

Even now, there are moments during presentations when my voice still quivers.

— Michelle De Almeida, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Risk factors for cardiac arrest A frequent trigger is rhythm disturbance—especially ventricular fibrillation—in which the heart quivers instead of beating effectively.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Mar. 2026

Definition of quivers

Verb

Alas the aforementioned entity has invaded MJ’s mind, if not body, and destroys any idea that this passionate moment was actually real.

— Pete Hammond, Deadline, 28 July 2026
Rescue comes from a Ukrainian fighter jet, known as Ghost, that destroys the tanks from above.

— Constant Méheut, New York Times, 27 July 2026

Definition of destroys

Verb

Endlessly switching between apps and online platforms splinters our attention and can lead to digital exhaustion, leaving us anxious, apathetic and unfocused.

— Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 13 Jan. 2026
Megyn Kelly is continuing her hard-right tack, lashing back at Ben Shapiro and aligning herself with Tucker Carlson and Steve Bannon as the MAGA movement dramatically splinters.

— Kimberly Nordyke, HollywoodReporter, 23 Dec. 2025

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