Synonyms for

Babbling

Verb / ˈbæbʌlɪŋ / / ˈbæblɪŋ / Another word for babbling — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Talking rapidly and continuously, often without making much sense.

Synonyms & similar words

bubble blither talk tattle sing blather lallation peach smatter ripple babble guggle burble gurgle blab blether chattering gossiping prattling rambling yammering jabbering blathering muttering chatting nattering plattering prating ranting raving talking yakking blabbering gabbing jawing sputtering

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Example sentences

  1. The baby was babbling happily in her crib.
  2. The old man was babbling nonsense to himself.
  3. I could hear the sound of the babbling brook from my window.
  4. She was babbling on and on about her new dress.
  5. He was so nervous that he kept babbling incoherently.

Quotes

  • The babbling brook would never stop its endless chatter.
  • Babbling fools make the worst company.
  • Babbling is a sign of loneliness.

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