Synonyms for

Rattling

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

Definition

Making or causing a rapid succession of short, sharp sounds.

Synonyms & similar words

wonderful tremendous howling snappy marvelous grand wondrous really very rale terrific brisk alert rattle zippy spanking lively merry marvellous fantastic real clattering banging knocking jarring jolting shaking vibrating trembling quivering shivering joggling convulsing shuddering jouncing flapping fluttering flittering flickering blinking winking

Synonyms by register

Formal

clattering jangling rattling clanking

Informal

shaking rattling clanking noisy

Literary

cacophonous discordant clattering

Antonyms

quiet silent still calm peaceful smooth

Common collocations

  • rattling noise
  • rattling sound
  • rattling bones
  • rattling chains
  • rattling around
  • rattling off

Word family

noun rattle
verb rattle
adjective rattling

Usage note

The word 'rattling' often describes a sharp, repetitive, metallic sound. It can also describe something shaking or moving loosely, causing such a sound.

Example sentences

  1. The rattling of the dishes in the kitchen scared the cat.
  2. The old car made a rattling noise as it drove down the road.
  3. The wind was so strong that it caused the windows to rattle.
  4. The snake's rattle warned us to stay away.
  5. The baby's toy made a rattling sound when shaken.

Quotes

  • The rattling tongue of liberty.
  • The rattling tongue of carriage wheels spoke cheerfully of the coming night.
  • The rattling of the chains and the cries of the prisoners made a terrible sound.

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