thump vs tremble

thump

verb
  • To throb with a muffled rhythmic sound. 

  • To hit (someone or something) as if to make a thump. 

  • To cause to make a thumping sound. 

  • To thud or pound. 

noun
  • A blow that produces a muffled sound. 

  • The sound of such a blow; a thud. 

tremble

verb
  • To shake, quiver, or vibrate. 

  • To fear; to be afraid. 

noun
  • A shake, quiver, or vibration. 

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