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shivery

/ˈʃɪv.ə.ɹi/
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• adjective

1

Inclined to or characterized by trembling or shaking, especially from cold, fear, or fever.

Example

"Wrapped in a thin blanket, the camper felt shivery and exhausted after the sudden downpour."

2

Causing or tending to cause shivering; cold andraw, or eerie and frightening.

Example

"A shivery autumn wind swept through the valley as the sun disappeared behind the hills."

3

Easily broken or split into small fragments or splinters; brittle.

Example

"The mason avoided using the shivery slate because it fractured too easily under the chisel."

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• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Shivery. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/shivery
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