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shuddery Synonyms

Another word for shuddery

Choosing another word for shuddery depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Characterized by or accompanied by trembling, shivering, or convulsive shaking.

Usage Example

"The exhausted swimmer let out a long, shivery breath after pulling himself onto the warm sand."

Strongest
shivery
trembly
quivery
shaky
Strong
tremulous
quaking
shivering

• adjective (Context 2)

Causing one to shudder with fear, dread, or revulsion.

Usage Example

"Walking through the abandoned, dimly lit cellar gave the children a spine-chilling feeling of suspense."

Strongest
spine-chilling
Strong
creepy
chilling
eerie
hair-raising
frightening
spooky

Opposites of shuddery

The opposite of shuddery shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

comforting
steady
soothing
reassuring
still
pleasant
calm
stable
See all opposites of shuddery

• Nearby Words

shucks
shudder
shudderingly
shuddery
shuffle
shuffler
shun

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Shuddery. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/shuddery
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