Definition of shiver

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • shiver is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • shiver is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • shiver is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 12

Definition of shiver


  • shake, as from cold (verb)

    Examples

    1. The children are shivering--turn on the heat!

    Synonyms

    1. shudder
  • an almost pleasurable sensation of fright (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. chill
    2. frisson
    3. quiver
    4. shudder
    5. thrill
    6. tingle
  • a reflex motion caused by cold or fear or excitement (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. shake
    2. tremble
  • tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. shudder
    2. thrill
    3. throb

See definition of shiver in Merriam Webster