Synonyms of quavering

Verb

1. quaver, waver, voice, sound, vocalize, vocalise

usage: give off unsteady sounds, alternating in amplitude or frequency

2. warble, trill, quaver, sing

usage: sing or play with trills, alternating with the half note above or below

Adjective

1. quavering, tremulous, unsteady (vs. steady)

usage: (of the voice) quivering as from weakness or fear; "the old lady's quavering voice"; "spoke timidly in a tremulous voice"