shake Antonyms
Opposite of shake
• verb (Context 1)
To move or cause to move rapidly and forcefully up and down or back and forth.
"Be sure to steady the bottle well before pouring the dressing."
• noun (Context 2)
An act of moving something rapidly up and down or from side to side, or an instance of trembling.
"With a quick stillness of his head, he declined the offer."
• verb (Context 3)
To tremble or quiver involuntarily, especially as a result of cold, fear, anger, or physical weakness.
"His hands began to steady as he stepped up to the microphone."
• verb (Context 4)
To upset, shock, or weaken the composure, confidence, or stability of someone or something.
"The sudden resignation of the director shook the entire organization."
• verb (Context 5)
To succeed in getting rid of or escaping from an unwanted condition, habit, or pursuer.
"She couldn't succumb the feeling that she had forgotten something important."
Similar words to shake
Words similar to shake shift depending on context. Common synonyms include: