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What is another word for Murmur? – 163 Murmur Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    mutter whisper hum rumor gossip chatter babble mumble grumble complaint grievance protest objection dissent discontent unease unrest disturbance commotion noise sound voice tone pitch whispering murmuration rumble growl snarl hiss sigh moan groan whine complaint grumble grouse bellyache whinge bleat rumormonger hearsay rumor tattle talebearing scandal backbiting slander

    Meaning of Murmur

    According to Merriam-Webster, "murmur" can be defined as a low, indistinct, and often continuous sound, or a complaint or grievance expressed in a quiet and subtle way.

    Definitions

    • The Oxford English Dictionary defines "murmur" as a low, continuous sound, like the sound of a stream or a crowd, or a subdued or indistinct utterance, often expressing discontent or disapproval.
    • The Cambridge Dictionary defines "murmur" as a low, quiet sound, like the sound of people talking in the distance, or a feeling of slight discontent or annoyance.

    Example Uses

    • The crowd began to murmur in discontent as the delayed flight was announced.
    • A murmur of approval ran through the audience as the speaker finished her presentation.
    • The doctor listened carefully to the patient's heartbeat, trying to detect any murmur or irregularity.
    • The news of the company's financial troubles caused a murmur of anxiety among the employees.
    • The teacher tried to quiet the murmur of chatter in the classroom so she could begin the lesson.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    silence quiet stillness calm peace agreement approval satisfaction contentment happiness cheer acclaim praise applause commendation compliment cheerfulness joviality jollity glee delight euphoria ecstasy serenity tranquility harmony

    Related Nouns

    sound voice noise tone pitch whisper rumor gossip complaint grievance protest objection dissent discontent unease unrest disturbance commotion crowd audience mob multitude murmuration rumble growl snarl hiss sigh moan groan whine

    Related Verbs

    whisper hum murmur mumble grumble complain protest object dissent grouse whine moan groan whinge bleat rumormonger tattle talebear slander backbite scandal chatter babble prattle jabber natter gossip chatterbox

    Related Adjectives

    low indistinct continuous subdued quiet subtle soft gentle soothing calming peaceful serene tranquil harmonious discordant jarring harsh loud boisterous rowdy unruly discontented unhappy dissatisfied disgruntled displeased irate angry furious enraged