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shudder vs frisson

frisson vs shudder

shudder and frisson both are nouns.

shudder is a verb but frisson is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
shudder Yes No Yes No
frisson Yes No No No
As nouns, shudder and frisson are synonyms defined as:
  • shudder and frisson: an almost pleasurable sensation of fright
Other synonyms of shudder include chill, quiver, shiver, thrill, tingle.
shudder (noun) frisson (noun)
an involuntary vibration (as if from illness or fear) an almost pleasurable sensation of fright
an almost pleasurable sensation of fright
shudder (verb) frisson (verb)
shake, as from cold
tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement
Difference between shudder and frisson

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