shakingly
Shakingly is an adverb in the English language, used to describe an action performed with a tremor or with a shaking motion. It typically modifies verbs to convey physical instability, such as trembling hands or an apparatus vibrating. It can also be used metaphorically to describe emotional states that are unstable or unsettled.
Formed by adding the adverbial suffix -ly to the present participle shaking, which itself comes from the
Usage is rare in modern prose; more common alternatives include shakily for motion and tremulously or tremblingly
The lantern swung shakingly in his hand, casting erratic shadows on the wall.
Her voice spoke shakingly through tears, barely above a whisper.
Related terms include shakily, tremble, tremor, tremulous, tremulously, and shakiness.