trembly

[ trem-blee ]

adjective

, trem·bli·er, trem·bli·est.

1. quivering; tremulous; shaking.

Word History and Origins

Origin of trembly¹

First recorded in 1840–50; tremble + -y ¹

Example Sentences

I feel trembly, but I know what I want: I want an end to this hell.

From The Daily Beast

She wondered if there would be a poor little trembly freshman to pass the food.

From Project Gutenberg

Sometimes he drew the bow trembly, like he wasn't sure it was right, and he might have to try again.

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I felt in my trembly bones that it was some sort of summons affair from Judge Wade; and it was.

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He was stooped and trembly, and his feet dragged pitiably; and as he neared the fire Oliver saw that he was totally blind.

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Well I am seeking the Earl of Clincham he began in a trembly voice are you by any chance him he added most respectfully.

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