utter Definition
- 1to say something or to make a sound with your voice
- 2complete; absolute
Using utter: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "utter" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He uttered a cry of pain.
Example
She refused to utter a word about the incident.
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The room was so quiet that you could hear a pin drop, except for the occasional cough or sneeze uttered by someone in the audience.
Example
The old man uttered a curse under his breath.
utter Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for utter
Antonyms for utter
- withhold
- suppress
Idioms Using utter
utter a word
to say something, especially when it is difficult or unpleasant
Example
She didn't utter a word during the entire meeting.
completely impossible
Example
It's utterly impossible to finish this project by tomorrow.
completely ridiculous
Example
The idea of building a bridge to the moon is utterly ridiculous.
Phrases with utter
utter chaos
a state of complete disorder and confusion
Example
The scene at the accident site was one of utter chaos.
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The library was filled with utter silence, except for the occasional sound of pages turning.
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The politician's speech was filled with utter nonsense.
Origins of utter
from Old English 'ūtera', meaning 'outer'
Summary: utter in Brief
The verb 'utter' [ˈʌtər] means to say something or to make a sound with your voice. It can also mean complete or absolute. Examples include 'He uttered a cry of pain.' and 'The old man uttered a curse under his breath.' Phrases like 'utter chaos' and idioms like 'utter a word' extend the term's usage.