chatter

[ˈtʃætər]

chatter Definition

• 1. the informal exchange of talk or gossip
• 2. the high-pitched sound made by birds and some animals
• 3. to talk quickly and continuously, especially about things that are not important

Using chatter: Examples

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

• Example

  The sound of the chatter from the party could be heard from the street.

• Example

  The birds in the trees were making a lot of chatter.

• Example

  She chattered away about her day at work.

• Example

  The children were chattering excitedly about the upcoming field trip.

chatter Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for chatter

• prattle
• jabber
• gossip
• chitchat
• twitter

Antonyms for chatter

• silence
• quiet

Phrases with chatter

• chatter up a storm

  to talk a lot and very quickly

  Example

  She was chattering up a storm about her new job.

• chatterbox

  a person who talks a lot, especially about things that are not important

  Example

  He's such a chatterbox, he never stops talking.

• chatter away

  to talk continuously and often about unimportant things

  Example

  She chattered away about her weekend plans.

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Summary: chatter in Brief

The term 'chatter' [ˈtʃætər] refers to informal talk or gossip, as well as the high-pitched sound made by birds and some animals. It can also mean to talk quickly and continuously about unimportant things. Examples include 'The sound of the chatter from the party could be heard from the street,' and 'The children were chattering excitedly about the upcoming field trip.' Phrases like 'chatter up a storm' and 'chatterbox' denote excessive talking, while 'chatter away' implies continuous and unimportant conversation.