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jitter

verb
/ˈdʒɪtər/

Meaning

to shake or tremble slightly, often from fear, nervousness, or excitement

Example Sentences

He began to jitter nervously before giving his speech.

Example Expressions

jittery nerves

Synonyms

shake, tremble, quiver, shiver, wobble

Antonyms

steady, calm, still

Collocations

jitter nervously, jitter with fear, jitter before performance

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