Tremulous

Tremulous describes something characterized by trembling or quivering, often due to fear, nervousness, weakness, or frailty. It conveys a sense of instability or fragility, indicating a lack of steadiness in voice, movement, or emotional state. The term can be applied to physical manifestations like a shaky hand or a wavering voice, as well as to abstract concepts like the hesitant anticipation of a fearful event or a fragile hope. Essentially, 'tremulous' suggests an underlying vulnerability and a potential for collapse or disruption, creating an atmosphere of sensitivity and uncertainty. The nuance lies in the degree of the trembling, ranging from barely perceptible vibrations to pronounced shaking, which the context determines, creating the impact intended.

Tremulous meaning with examples

• As the executioner approached, the prisoner's hands became Tremulous, betraying his intense fear. He clutched at the straw beneath him, seeking any form of stability amidst the impending doom. His voice, usually booming with authority, had weakened and taken on a quavering quality as he repeated the desperate plea for mercy he had attempted to say several times.
• The Tremulous candlelight cast dancing shadows across the room, amplifying the eerie silence. The flickering light, adding to the unsettling atmosphere created the feeling of unease throughout the room. The protagonist, alone in the creaking old house, was aware of every rustle and groan, his heart quickened by the unpredictable and trembling light.
• Despite her efforts to appear confident, a Tremulous smile played on her lips as she faced the panel of judges. The pressure of the audition and years of preparation was a great weight. Her slight trembling betrayed her underlying anxiety, she began the song feeling fragile, a feeling she concealed as she built her courage.
• The old woman's Tremulous hands slowly lifted the delicate teacup, revealing the effects of age and infirmity. She had battled with her declining health for several years and her movements were slower and more challenging, as her fingers struggled to hold the warm beverage, she fought to remain dignified, as she remembered her past.