shivering

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a sensation of cold that often marks the start of an infection and the development of a fever
  2. verb tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement
  3. verb shake, as from cold

Synonyms

chill

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