ashiver
In a quiver
Ashiver means trembling or shivering, usually from cold, fear, or excitement.
The word is literary and somewhat old-fashioned: She stood ashiver in the doorway, waiting for news.
Like other a- adjectives (atremble, aflutter), it typically follows a verb rather than preceding a noun.
Involuntary shaking motion
- quiveringShaking slightly and rapidly
- expectantAwaiting something foreseen
- eagerIntensely wanting something
- anxiousTroubled by uncertainty
breathless · suspenseful · thrilling · hopeful · apprehensive · excited · nervous · tense
Involuntary shaking motion
- shakingRapid involuntary movement
- quakingTrembling or shuddering
- terrifiedExtremely frightened
- dreadIntense anticipatory fear
horror · panic · spooked · startled · unnerved · frightened · alarmed · petrified
Involuntary shaking motion
- goosebumpsRaised skin from cold
- chilledMade or kept cold
- freezingExtremely cold
- frostyCold or unwelcoming
icy · nippy · biting · brisk · wintry · huddled · bundled · drafty
Slight stinging sensation
- spine-tinglingCausing thrilled fear
- electrifiedGiven electrical current
- thrilledOverjoyed beyond measure
- goosebumpsRaised skin from cold
exhilarated · moved · stirred · enchanted · captivated · awestruck · transported · overwhelmed
trembling
Involuntary shaking motion
- quiveringShaking slightly and rapidly
- expectantAwaiting something foreseen
- eagerIntensely wanting something
anxious · breathless · suspenseful · thrilling · hopeful · apprehensive · excited · nervous · tense · waiting
trembling
Involuntary shaking motion
dread · horror · panic · spooked · startled · unnerved · frightened · alarmed · petrified · cowering
trembling
Involuntary shaking motion
- goosebumpsRaised skin from cold
- chilledMade or kept cold
- freezingExtremely cold
frosty · icy · nippy · biting · brisk · wintry · huddled · bundled · drafty · raw
tingling
Slight stinging sensation
- spine-tinglingCausing thrilled fear
- electrifiedGiven electrical current
- thrilledOverjoyed beyond measure
goosebumps · exhilarated · moved · stirred · enchanted · captivated · awestruck · transported · overwhelmed · breathless