quake

Definition

  • verb: to shake because of fear, anger, etc.
  • verb: to shake or vibrate usually from shock or instability
  • synonyms: tremble, apoplexy, be cold

Examples

  • The explosion made the whole house 'quake'.

  • He 'quaked' with fear.

Movie quotes

  • (..) I know not where upon this overgrown planet you are... ...but hear this! I am Bolphunga the Unrelenting! Bolphunga, at whose name the deserts tremble and the mountains quake. Bolphunga, who will cleave you from your soul. Come meet your fate, you craven cur. Release the energy probes. PROBE: (..)
    2011 Green Lantern: Emerald Knights