Basic Details
Word: Quaking
Part of Speech: Verb (Present Participle of Quake)
Meaning: To shake or tremble, especially from fear, excitement, or cold.
Synonyms: Trembling, shivering, shaking
Antonyms: Steady, calm
Idioms and Phrases
- Quaking in your boots: To be very frightened or anxious. Example: "When the lights went out, I was quaking in my boots!"
- Quake with fear: To shake due to being extremely scared. Example: "She could only quake with fear as she heard the strange noise in the dark."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The ground was quaking during the earthquake, making everyone feel uneasy.
Example 2: He stood quaking at the edge of the diving board, unsure if he should jump in.
Example 3: The dog was quaking from the cold, so we wrapped it in a warm blanket.
Fun Fact
Quaking can refer to both physical shaking, like during an earthquake, and emotional trembling caused by fear; in literature, this dual meaning is often used to create suspense.
Famous Quote
"Fear is not real. It is a product of the thoughts you create. Do not misunderstand me. Danger is very real, but fear is a choice." Will Smith
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "quaking" mean?
a) To dance
b) To shake or tremble
c) To sit quietly
d) To speak loudly
Answer: b) To shake or tremble
2. Which of these is a synonym of "quaking"?
a) Laughing
b) Running
c) Trembling
d) Swimming
Answer: c) Trembling
3. Which sentence uses "quaking" correctly?
a) The cat was quaking with excitement as it played with the ball.
b) The flower was quaking in the wind.
c) The boy was quaking after eating a large meal.
d) The tree was quaking under the sun.
Answer: a) The cat was quaking with excitement as it played with the ball.
4. Which idiom refers to being frightened?
a) Quaking in your boots
b) As light as a feather
c) A fish out of water
d) Raining cats and dogs
Answer: a) Quaking in your boots
5. What is the opposite of "quaking"?
a) Trembling
b) Calm
c) Shaking
d) Excited
Answer: b) Calm
