shake

To move, or make something move, quickly from side to side or up and down.

• Shake the bottle before opening it.
• Her hands shook as she read the letter.
• The windows were shaking in the wind.

How to use it: shake with something (My hands shook with fear.)

Similar words: tremble, quiver

Common phrases: shake a bottle, shake with fear, shake something gently, shake the building

To move your head from side to side to show that you disagree or do not want something.

• She shook her head when I offered tea.
• He just shakes his head at my jokes.
• Why are you shaking your head?

Common phrases: shake your head, shake someone’s head

A thick, sweet drink usually made by mixing milk with ice cream or fruit.

• I ordered a chocolate shake.
• Their shakes come in three sizes.
• Would you like a banana shake?

Similar words: milkshake

Common phrases: chocolate shake, banana shake, order a shake

A quick movement from side to side or up and down.

• Give the box a shake.
• A quick shake loosened the dirt.
• The dog dried itself with a vigorous shake.

How to use it: give something a shake (Give the bottle a shake before you pour.)

Similar words: jolt

Common phrases: a quick shake, a gentle shake, give something a shake, a vigorous shake