Synonyms for shiver

Noun

1. tremble, shiver, shake, reflex, instinctive reflex, innate reflex, inborn reflex, unconditioned reflex, physiological reaction

usage: reflex shaking caused by cold or fear or excitement

2. frisson, shiver, chill, quiver, shudder, thrill, tingle, fear, fearfulness, fright

usage: an almost pleasurable sensation of fright; "a frisson of surprise shot through him"

Verb

1. shudder, shiver, throb, thrill, tremble

usage: tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement

2. shiver, shudder, move involuntarily, move reflexively

usage: shake, as from cold; "The children are shivering--turn on the heat!"