quavering vs tremulous

quavering

adj
  • Trembling, or prone to trembling and shaking. 

noun
  • The act of something that quavers. 

tremulous

adj
  • Trembling, quivering, or shaking. 

  • Timid, hesitant; lacking confidence. 

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