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SHIVERS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Shivers.

Shivers - as a noun

A reflex motion caused by cold or fear or excitement

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
shake12tremble11

An almost pleasurable sensation of fright

Example: "A frisson of surprise shot through him"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chill10frisson10quiver18shudder12thrill9tingle7

Shivers - as a verb

Tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
shudder12thrill9throb10

Shake, as from cold

Example: "The children are shivering--turn on the heat!"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
shudder12

Example Sentences

"The creepy movie gave me shivers."
"She couldn't control the shivers that ran through her body."
"The ghostly figure sent shivers up their spines."
"He experienced shivers of excitement before his big performance."
"His voice gave me shivers of delight."
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Word Game Points

Is SHIVERS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shivers is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SHIVERS has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is SHIVERS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shivers is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SHIVERS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is SHIVERS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shivers is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SHIVERS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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