Quake Definition & Meaning
quake
- noun
- shaking and vibration at the surface of the earth resulting from underground movement along a fault plane of from volcanic activity
- verb
- shake with fast, tremulous movements; "His nostrils palpitated"
- shake with seismic vibrations; "The earth was quaking"
"Quake" in song lyrics
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"And we're all here just to ride the quake"
Awol One & Factor — Recognize Your Frenemies -
"We're all here just to ride the quake"
Awol One & Factor — Recognize Your Frenemies -
"I crumble and break while dirty bombs thunder and quake"
Celph Titled f/ Apathy — Political Gangstas
Words that rhyme with quake
Usage tips for "quake"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "quake" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for quake to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does quake mean?
- shaking and vibration at the surface of the earth resulting from underground movement along a fault plane of from volcanic activity shake with fast, tremulous movements; "His nostrils palpitated" shake with seismic vibrations; "The earth was quaking"
- What part of speech is quake?
- Quake is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does quake have?
- Quake has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).