croak

[kroʊk]

croak Definition

• 1. to make a rough, low sound, like the sound a frog makes
• 2. to die or stop working suddenly

Using croak: Examples

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

• Example

  The frog croaked loudly in the pond.

• Example

  He croaked out his last words before passing away.

• Example

  The old car finally croaked and wouldn't start anymore.

croak Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for croak

• grumble
• growl
• mutter
• complain
• whine

Antonyms for croak

• chirp
• sing

Phrases with croak

• croak one's approval

  to express agreement or support in a gruff or unenthusiastic way

  Example

  He croaked his approval of the plan, but it was clear he wasn't very excited about it.

• croak out

  to say something with difficulty, especially because of illness or emotion

  Example

  She managed to croak out a few words before breaking down in tears.

• croak up

  to become hoarse or lose one's voice

  Example

  After singing for hours, her voice started to croak up and she had to take a break.

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Summary: croak in Brief

The verb 'croak' [kroʊk] has two main meanings: to make a rough, low sound like a frog, and to die or stop working suddenly. It is often used figuratively to describe someone losing their voice or becoming hoarse. Examples include 'The frog croaked loudly in the pond,' and 'The old car finally croaked and wouldn't start anymore.' Phrases include 'croak one's approval,' meaning to express agreement in a gruff way, and 'croak out,' meaning to say something with difficulty.