Definitions
- Describing a low, rumbling sound made by someone who is complaining or expressing dissatisfaction. - Referring to the act of complaining or expressing discontent in a low, grumbling voice. - Talking about a persistent and ongoing expression of dissatisfaction or annoyance.
- Describing a low, indistinct sound made by someone who is speaking softly or under their breath. - Referring to the act of speaking in a low, muffled voice that is difficult to hear or understand. - Talking about a brief and often secretive expression of dissatisfaction or annoyance.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve speaking in a low voice.
- 2Both can express dissatisfaction or annoyance.
- 3Both can be used to convey negative emotions.
- 4Both can be directed towards a specific person or situation.
- 5Both can be used to communicate without being overheard.
What is the difference?
- 1Volume: Grumbling is typically louder and more audible than muttering.
- 2Clarity: Muttering is often less clear and more difficult to understand than grumbling.
- 3Duration: Grumbling is often a more persistent and ongoing expression of dissatisfaction, while muttering is often brief and fleeting.
- 4Intensity: Grumbling can be more intense and forceful than muttering.
- 5Connotation: Grumbling is associated with a more open and direct expression of dissatisfaction, while muttering can be seen as secretive or underhanded.
Remember this!
Grumble and mutter are both words that describe speaking in a low voice to express dissatisfaction or annoyance. However, grumble is typically louder and more persistent, while mutter is often quieter and more fleeting. Grumble can be seen as a more direct expression of dissatisfaction, while mutter can be seen as secretive or underhanded.
