shaky

• Descreve algo instável, inseguro ou que não se mantém firme; pode se referir a instabilidade física (como mãos trêmulas ou estrutura vacilante) ou à falta de confiança, de segurança ou de solidez.

Describes something that is not steady, firm, or stable; can refer to physical unsteadiness or a lack of confidence.

1. Trembling or unsteadyB1formal

   Inclined to shake or tremble, often due to weakness, nervousness, or a physical defect.

   Trêmulo ou instável

   • Her hands were shaky after carrying the heavy boxes.
   • He gave a shaky smile, trying to hide his nerves.
   • The old man's voice was shaky as he spoke.

   Sinônimosquiveringshakingtotterytremblingtremulousunsteadywobbling

   Antônimosfirmstablesteady

2. B1formal

   Moving or vibrating slightly and irregularly, as from fear, cold, or a breeze.

   Trêmulo

   • The leaves were shaky in the gentle wind.
   • She felt shaky from the cold winter air.
   • His legs were shaky after the long hike.

   Sinônimosquiveringshiveringtremblingtremulousunsteady

   Antônimosfirmstablesteady

3. Unstable or insecureB2formal

   Not secure, firm, or reliable; beset with difficulties or problems.

   Instável

   • The company's finances are shaky after the recent losses.
   • Their relationship has been shaky since the argument.
   • The bridge looked shaky and unsafe for crossing.

   Sinônimosflimsyinsecureprecariousricketyrockytenuousunreliableunstableunsteadywobbly

   Antônimosfirmreliablesecuresolidsoundstablesteady