murmuring

[ˈmɜːmərɪŋ]

murmuring Definition

  • 1a low, continuous sound, like the sound of water flowing
  • 2speaking very quietly so that other people cannot hear what you say

Using murmuring: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "murmuring" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The murmuring of the stream was soothing.

  • Example

    She was murmuring to herself as she worked.

  • Example

    The crowd was murmuring in disapproval.

  • Example

    He murmured his thanks.

murmuring Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for murmuring

Phrases with murmuring

  • murmurs of discontent

    quiet expressions of dissatisfaction or disagreement

    Example

    There were murmurs of discontent among the employees over the new policy.

  • murmur sweet nothings

    to whisper romantic words to someone

    Example

    He murmured sweet nothings into her ear as they danced.

  • to express agreement in a quiet voice

    Example

    The group murmured their agreement with the proposal.

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Summary: murmuring in Brief

'Murmuring' [ˈmɜːmərɪŋ] refers to a low, continuous sound, such as that of water flowing, or speaking very quietly so that others cannot hear. Examples include 'The murmuring of the stream was soothing,' and 'He murmured his thanks.' Phrases include 'murmurs of discontent,' 'murmur sweet nothings,' and 'murmur agreement.'