QUAVERING Meaning and
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Quavering is an adjective that refers to a trembling or wavering quality in someone's voice, body or sound. It is often used to describe a person's shaky or unsteady vocal tone, usually due to fear, nervousness, or a lack of confidence. When someone's voice quavers, it may have a wavering effect, as though it is on the verge of breaking or trembling. This can result in a fluctuation of pitch or a noticeable shake in the voice.
Beyond vocal characteristics, quavering can also describe physical actions that appear unsteady or shaky. For example, a person may have quavering hands or a quavering body, in which trembling or shaking is readily observable. In these instances, quavering is often associated with a lack of control, anxiety or vulnerability.
The term can also be used to describe sounds or music. In this context, quavering signifies a vibrato or tremolo effect, producing a wavering or fluctuating pitch that adds an expressive or emotional element to the sound. This can enhance the performance of certain musical instruments or singing voices, adding richness and depth to the overall sound.
Ultimately, quavering denotes a notable presence of tremors, shakiness, or wavering and is commonly related to emotions like fear, nervousness, or insecurity.
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• The act of shaking the voice; the act of producing a shake on a musical instrument.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for QUAVERING
Etymology of QUAVERING
The word "quavering" comes from the verb "quaver", which originated around the 15th century in Middle English. "Quaver" can be traced back to the Old English verb "cwiferian", meaning "to quiver, tremble, or shake". It is believed to have come from the Proto-Germanic root "kwibrōną", which shares a similar meaning. The word "quavering" itself is derived from the present participle of "quaver", creating the noun form to describe a shaky or trembling sound or voice.
Similar spelling words for QUAVERING
Conjugate verb Quavering
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