What does SHAKY mean?

Shaky

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Not steady or firm; trembling or unsteady.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈʃeɪki/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈʃeɪki/

Origin and Usage: The word "shaky" is derived from the Old English word "sceacan," meaning "to shake." It has been used in English since the 16th century to describe something that is not steady or firm. It is often used to describe a person who is nervous or unsteady.

Synonyms: Unsteady, unstable, wobbly, tottering, quivering.

Related Words: Quake, tremor, jumpy, nervous, shaky.

Example Sentences:

1. The old bridge was so shaky that they had to close it down.
2. She was feeling a bit shaky after the roller coaster ride.
3. The companys financial situation is looking shaky at the moment.
4. He had a shaky start to the race, but he managed to recover and finish in second place.
5. Their relationship had been shaky for a while, but they managed to work things out in the end.