murmur (Meaning)

Wordnet

murmur (n)

a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech

a schwa that is incidental to the pronunciation of a consonant

an abnormal sound of the heart; sometimes a sign of abnormal function of the heart valves

a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone

Wordnet

murmur (v)

speak softly or indistinctly

make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath

Webster

murmur (v. i.)

A low, confused, and indistinct sound, like that of running water.

A complaint half suppressed, or uttered in a low, muttering voice.

To make a low continued noise, like the hum of bees, a stream of water, distant waves, or the wind in a forest.

To utter complaints in a low, half-articulated voice; to feel or express dissatisfaction or discontent; to grumble; -- often with at or against.

Webster

murmur (v. t.)

To utter or give forth in low or indistinct words or sounds; as, to murmur tales.

murmur Sentence Examples

  1. The gentle murmur of the brook lulled me to sleep.
  2. The faint murmur of voices indicated that people were gathered nearby.
  3. The crowd erupted with a roar, but a murmur of discontent could be heard beneath the surface.
  4. The child's murmurings were barely audible, but they hinted at a secret he was keeping.
  5. The murmur of the ancient trees whispered tales of centuries past.
  6. The murmuring of the waves against the shore created a soothing symphony.
  7. The suspect's murmur of denial was met with suspicion.
  8. The murmur of the congregation drowned out the preacher's sermon.
  9. The soft murmur of the fan provided a comforting breeze on the sweltering night.
  10. The murmur of the crowd grew louder as the tension in the stadium mounted.

FAQs About the word murmur

a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech, a schwa that is incidental to the pron

whine, moan, lament, complaint, grievance, fuss, yammer, gripe, grouse, holler

praise, compliment, approval, approval, commendation, plaudit, applause, commendation, acclaim, acclaim

The gentle murmur of the brook lulled me to sleep.

The faint murmur of voices indicated that people were gathered nearby.

The crowd erupted with a roar, but a murmur of discontent could be heard beneath the surface.

The child's murmurings were barely audible, but they hinted at a secret he was keeping.