trembling

A reflex motion caused by cold, fear, nervousness, or excitement. It can also denote instability.

Often depicted in art with short, wavy motion lines surrounding the outline of the body. Sharper, less subtle lines depict twitching, which is more violent and momentary.

Not to be confused with ^^^, which expresses reaction.

Examples

See also

• shaking
• twitching

The following tags are aliased to this tag: shiver, shivering, and tremble (learn more).