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tremulous definition

tremu·lous (trem′yo̵̅o̅ ləs)

adjective

  1. trembling; quivering; palpitating
  2. fearful; timid; timorous
  3. marked by or showing trembling or quivering tremulous excitement, tremulous handwriting

Etymology: L tremulus < tremere, to tremble

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Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2005 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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