muttered

[ˈmʌtə(r)]

muttered Definition

to speak or say something in a quiet voice, especially because you do not want other people to hear what you are saying.

Using muttered: Examples

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

• Example

  She muttered something under her breath.

• Example

  He muttered an apology and left the room.

• Example

  I could hear them muttering about me behind my back.

• Example

  The old man muttered to himself as he shuffled down the street.

muttered Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for muttered

• mumbled
• whispered
• grumbled

Phrases with muttered

• mutter darkly

  to speak in a low, ominous tone, suggesting anger or disapproval

  Example

  He muttered darkly about the government's policies.

• mutter away to oneself

  to speak quietly to oneself, often without realizing it

  Example

  She was muttering away to herself as she worked on the crossword puzzle.

• mutter sweet nothings

  to whisper words of love or affection in a romantic or intimate setting

  Example

  He leaned over and muttered sweet nothings in her ear.

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Summary: muttered in Brief

'Muttered' [ˈmʌtə(r)] is a verb that describes speaking or saying something in a quiet voice, often to avoid being heard. It can be used to express disapproval or anger, as in 'He muttered darkly about the government's policies,' or to convey intimacy, as in 'He leaned over and muttered sweet nothings in her ear.'