Synonyms for Shaken
Definition of shaken
- adjective
- disturbed psychologically as if by a physical jolt or shock; "retrieved his named from her jolted memory"; "the accident left her badly shaken"
2 synonyms found
Writing tips for "shaken"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like agitated, jolted can replace "shaken" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Shaken" in song lyrics
See how shaken is used in real songs:
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"And placin' me in a state of mind that can't be shaken"
Cassidy — My Interpretation -
"Either that or your sanity's shaken"
CunninLynguists f/ Tonedeff — The Gates -
"how strong is your faith? what it take to be shaken?"
Dead Prez f/ Bilal, Jorge Ben Jor, Positive Force, Talib Kweli — shuffering and shmiling