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Definition of tremblingly
tremblingly
/ˈtrɛm.blɪŋ.li/
trem · bling · ly
Adjective:trembling
tremblingly Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
3
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• adverb
1
In a shaking, quivering, or unsteady manner, typically as a result of fear, anxiety, weakness, or cold.
Example
"She reached out tremblingly to open the envelope containing her exam results."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed in Middle English from the present participle of 'tremble' (borrowed from Old French 'trembler', ultimately from Vulgar Latin 'tremulare' and Latin 'tremere', meaning 'to shake or quake') plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tremblingly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tremblingly