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Mutter

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

Definition

to speak in a low voice, especially because you are unhappy or angry

Synonyms & similar words

mussitation mumble murmuring grumble croak muttering murmur murmuration mussitate gnarl maunder grumbling mumble grumble whisper growl complain gripe moan whine murmur whisper

Example sentences

  1. I could barely hear my dad mutter an apology.
  2. She would often mutter to herself while working.
  3. The angry customer would mutter complaints to anyone who would listen.
  4. The teacher would mutter corrections as she graded papers.
  5. He would mutter curses under his breath when things didn't go his way.

Quotes

  • "When people don't express themselves, they die one piece at a time." - Laurie Halse Anderson
  • "Silence is the perfect herald of joy. I were but little happy, if I could say how much." - William Shakespeare
  • "I didn't know how to tell her that I didn't want to be the object of her pity, or the thing she mutters about when she lies awake at night." - Jay Asher

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