Definitions
- Describing a soft and gentle singing voice. - Referring to a low and soothing voice used to express affection or comfort. - Talking about a sentimental or romantic singing style.
- Referring to a low and indistinct sound, such as whispering or rustling. - Describing a soft and quiet voice used to express a feeling or thought. - Talking about a low and continuous sound, such as a stream or wind.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve low and soft sounds.
- 2Both can be used to express affection or comfort.
- 3Both can be used to convey a feeling or thought in a quiet manner.
What is the difference?
- 1Sound: Crooned refers specifically to a singing voice, while murmur can refer to any low and indistinct sound.
- 2Intensity: Crooned implies a more emotional and expressive tone than murmur, which is more subdued.
- 3Purpose: Crooned is often used to convey sentimentality or romance, while murmur can be used in a wider range of contexts.
- 4Volume: Murmur can be used to describe a continuous low sound, while crooned is typically a short and intermittent sound.
- 5Connotation: Crooned has a more positive connotation, while murmur can have a neutral or negative connotation depending on the context.
Remember this!
Croon and murmur are both words that describe low and soft sounds. However, croon specifically refers to a soft and gentle singing voice used to express sentimentality or romance. On the other hand, murmur is a more general term that can describe any low and indistinct sound, including a soft and quiet voice used to convey a feeling or thought.
