Structural Engineering Jargon

adjective describing something as having a significant or profound impact or effect

• The earthshaking earthquake caused widespread destruction in the region.
• That earthshaking news really caught everyone's attention.
• The concert was so earthshaking, it blew my mind.
• Her earthshaking performance on stage left the audience in awe.

noun a shaking or trembling movement of the earth's surface

verb to shake or tremble

• The earthquake caused a devastating quake that destroyed many buildings.
• Did you feel that quake last night? It was so strong!
• That quake was gnarly, dude!
• Her sudden outburst caused a quake in the office, shaking up everyone's emotions.

noun a rapid back-and-forth movement

verb to move quickly up and down or back and forth

• The earthquake caused the ground to shake violently.
• I love to shake my hips when I dance.
• Let's shake things up and try something new.
• His words shook me to my core.