Synonyms for

Mumble

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

Definition

to speak in a low, unclear way

Synonyms & similar words

mutter maunder mussitate gum murmur whisper mutter grumble gripe complain murmur ramble stutter slur jumble garble gibberish babble drone monotone chatter prate jabber gab

Example sentences

  1. He would mumble something under his breath whenever he was angry.
  2. She would mumble the lyrics to the song whenever it played on the radio.
  3. The teacher asked him to speak louder because he tended to mumble.
  4. I couldn't understand what he was saying because he was mumbling.
  5. She would often mumble to herself when she was lost in thought.

Quotes

  • 'Don't mumble,' said the queen, 'I can't hear a word you're saying.' - Lewis Carroll
  • 'I'm sorry, what did you say?' said the man, as the woman continued to mumble. - Unknown
  • 'Speak clearly, if you speak at all; carve every word before you let it fall.' - Oliver Wendell Holmes

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