Synonyms for frisson
friˈsõʊ̃fris·son

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1. frisson, shiver, chill, quiver, shudder, thrill, tinglenoun

   an almost pleasurable sensation of fright

   "a frisson of surprise shot through him"

   Synonyms:
   prickling, tremble, shaking, bang, pall, shake, trembling, thrill, kick, tingling, flush, shakiness, tingle, shudder, charge, quivering, gelidity, shiver, vibration, tremor, chill, quiver, shivering, iciness, palpitation, boot, rush

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1. • Fear

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