mutter (Meaning)
mutter (n)
a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech
a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone
mutter (v)
talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice
make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath
mutter (v. i.)
To utter words indistinctly or with a low voice and lips partly closed; esp., to utter indistinct complaints or angry expressions; to grumble; to growl.
To sound with a low, rumbling noise.
mutter (v. t.)
To utter with imperfect articulations, or with a low voice; as, to mutter threats.
mutter (n.)
Repressed or obscure utterance.
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mutter Sentence Examples
- The old woman muttered a spell under her breath.
- The children muttered complaints about the long walk.
- The teacher muttered to himself when the class got too loud.
- The accused muttered excuses as he stood before the judge.
- The patient muttered incoherently as she lay in her hospital bed.
- The librarian muttered a warning to quiet the noisy patrons.
- The detective muttered to his partner as they searched for clues.
- The politician muttered a response to the reporter's question.
- The priest muttered a prayer for the souls of the departed.
- The students muttered their answers to the test questions.
FAQs About the word mutter
a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech, a complaint uttered in a low and indis
mumble, whisper, grunt,muttering, grunting,murmuring, rumor, chattering, murmur, prattle
accept,rejoice, delight, endure, tolerate, bear, endure, take, take, tolerate
The old woman muttered a spell under her breath.
The children muttered complaints about the long walk.
The teacher muttered to himself when the class got too loud.
The accused muttered excuses as he stood before the judge.
