Meaning of the word shake in English

What does shake mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

shake

US /ʃeɪk/

UK /ʃeɪk/

to move something quickly up and down or from side to side

Example:

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He began to shake the bottle to mix the contents.

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The dog loves to shake its tail when it's happy.

Synonym:

tremble vibrate quiver shiver jiggle

to cause to feel disturbed, shocked, or upset

Example:

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The news of the accident really shook her.

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His confidence was shaken by the criticism.

Synonym:

disturb upset shock rattle unsettle

an act of shaking

Example:

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Give the bottle a good shake before opening.

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He felt a sudden shake in the ground.

Synonym:

tremor shiver quiver vibration jolt