Difference between Shudder and Shiver

Shudder

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A shivering tremor. A moment of almost pleasurable fear; a frisson.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To shake nervously, as if from fear. To vibrate jerkily.

Example sentence: I have been astonished that men could die martyrs for religion - I have shuddered at it. I shudder no more - I could be martyred for my religion - Love is my religion - I could die for that.

Shiver

Part of speech: noun

Definition: a fragment or splinter, especially of glass or stonethe reaction when the body goes into the early stages of hypothermia.The act or result of shivering.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: to break into splinters or fragmentsTo tremble or shake, especially when cold or frightened.