VocabJLPT N1
shudder
NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. shudder
  2. 2. shiver
Describes an intense feeling of fear or terror that causes one to shudder or tremble. It is a strong, literary expression used to convey horror or a chilling sense of dread in writing or dramatic speech.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

When asked "Who's going to take responsibility for this?" I shuddered.

Sentence 2

The moment I opened the spec-change email, I shuddered.

Sentence 3

The official document recorded that "a shudder ran through the citizens."

Sentence 4

The moment I realized it was the same dream again, I shuddered.

Sentence 5

When she said "I feel like someone was just watching us," a shudder ran through me.