Shaky Definition & Meaning
shaky
- adjective
- inclined to shake as from weakness or defect; "a rickety table"; "a wobbly chair with shaky legs"; "the ladder felt a little wobbly"; "the bridge still stands though one of the arches is wonky"
- vibrating slightly and irregularly; as e.g. with fear or cold or like the leaves of an aspen in a breeze; "a quaking bog"; "the quaking child asked for more"; "quivering leaves of a poplar tree"; "with shaking knees"; "seemed shaky on her feet"; "sparkling light from the shivering crystals of the chandelier"; "trembling hands"
- not secure; beset with difficulties; "a shaky marriage"
"Shaky" in song lyrics
See how shaky is used in real songs:
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"Then there's bombs on the street and us Brits get shaky"
Braintax — The Beast Is Us -
"I wiggity-won't let the game break me even though the game's shaky"
Das EFX — Shine -
"I forgot about tomorrow and now I feel shaky"
Diamond & the Psychotic Neurotics — Confused
Words that rhyme with shaky
Usage tips for "shaky"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "shaky" 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 shaky to find words that pair well.