grumble (Meaning)
grumble (n)
a loud low dull continuous noise
a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone
grumble (v)
show one's unhappiness or critical attitude
make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath
to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds
make a low noise
grumble (v. i.)
To murmur or mutter with discontent; to make ill-natured complaints in a low voice and a surly manner.
To growl; to snarl in deep tones; as, a lion grumbling over his prey.
To rumble; to make a low, harsh, and heavy sound; to mutter; as, the distant thunder grumbles.
grumble (v. t.)
To express or utter with grumbling.
grumble (n.)
The noise of one that grumbles.
A grumbling, discontented disposition.
Synonyms & Antonyms of grumble
grumble Sentence Examples
- The old man's grumble about the weather could be heard from across the street.
- The children's grumbling about having to go to school reached a fever pitch.
- The employee's constant grumbles about her workload irritated her boss.
- The politician's grumbles about the opposing party were dismissed as sour grapes.
- The teacher had to constantly shush the students' grumbles during class.
- The customer's grumbles about the poor service almost escalated into an argument.
- The traffic jam caused everyone to grumble in frustration.
- The dog's grumbles in its sleep made its owner smile.
- The cat's grumbles were usually a sign that it wanted to be fed.
- The grandfather's grumbles about the younger generation were a staple of family gatherings.
FAQs About the word grumble
a loud low dull continuous noise, a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone, show one's unhappiness or critical attitude, make complaining remarks or noi
complaint,whine, moan, whinge, grievance, grouse, yammer, murmur, lament, holler
applause,praise, approval, praise, commendation, compliment, applause, approval, commendation, compliment
The old man's grumble about the weather could be heard from across the street.
The children's grumbling about having to go to school reached a fever pitch.
The employee's constant grumbles about her workload irritated her boss.
The politician's grumbles about the opposing party were dismissed as sour grapes.
