Synonyms for

Rumbling

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

Definition

making a deep, heavy, continuous sound

Synonyms & similar words

grumbling growl rumble grumble thundering rolling growling grumbling roaring booming thudding drumming purring murmuring humming buzzing whirring whizzing sizzling crackling snapping popping exploding blasting

Example sentences

  1. The earthquake caused the ground to start rumbling.
  2. The lions were rumbling in their cages at the zoo.
  3. The stomach was rumbling with hunger.
  4. The old car engine was rumbling down the street.
  5. The train was rumbling through the countryside.

Quotes

  • The rumbling of the train was comforting to her.
  • The sky was dark, and the only sound was the rumbling of thunder in the distance.
  • The rumbling of the volcano was heard miles away.

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