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shiveringly

adv · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

adv

Meaning 1

While shivering, for example with fright.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • I shiveringly walked into the cold graveyard at night.

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2

adv

Meaning 2

In a manner or to an extent that makes one shiver.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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History

Etymology

Etymology tree English shivering Middle English -ly English -ly English shiveringly From shivering + -ly.