shaky

adjective31 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.7

A common way to intensify the meaning of shaky.

To be slightly unstable or trembling.

To be very unstable or trembling a lot.

A more formal way to say 'a little shaky'.

Emphasizes that the entire person or thing is shaky; often used informally.

Indicates that something is becoming more and more unstable over time.

Used to mean definitely or clearly shaky, often regarding abstract concepts like an argument or plan.

Used to describe a current state of instability or trembling.

To perceive oneself as trembling or unstable, often due to fear, illness, or weakness.

Refers to a voice that trembles, indicating nervousness or fear.

To appear to be unstable or unreliable.

To visually appear unsteady or unstable.

A common, more informal way to say 'become shaky'.

Indicates a gradual transition to a state of being shaky.

Often used to describe a sudden loss of stability, e.g., 'my legs went all shaky'.

To cause someone or something to become unstable or uncertain.

To continue to be in an unstable or uncertain state.

A voice that is trembling, often from fear or nervousness.

Refers to a hand that is trembling.

Refers to a leg that is trembling or feels weak.

A beginning that is uncertain, unstable, or not confident.

Refers to a finger that is trembling.

Used to indicate the cause of the shaking, such as emotion or cold.