Synonyms for

Whispering

Verb / ˈwɪspɜ:ɪŋ / / ˈhwɪspɜ:ɪŋ / Another word for whispering — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Whispering means speaking in a very quiet voice so that other people can't hear.

Synonyms & similar words

susurration susurrant shout voicelessness whisper rustle murmuring rustling murmuring muttering mumbling low-toned soft-spoken muffled faint indistinct inaudible silent voiceless soundless muted subdued muted mellow

Synonyms by register

Formal

murmuring muttering speaking softly

Informal

hushing mumbling talking low

Literary

susurrating breathing

Antonyms

shouting yelling roaring bellowing crying out screaming

Common collocations

  • whispering wind
  • whispering secrets
  • whispering campaign
  • whispering voice
  • whispering through the trees
  • whispering in the dark

Word family

noun whisper
verb whisper
adjective whispering
adverb whisperingly

Usage note

Whispering implies speaking very softly, often with hushed tones. It can also refer to the sound of wind or other gentle noises.

Example sentences

  1. She was whispering secrets to her best friend.
  2. The teacher was whispering instructions to the students.
  3. The wind was whispering through the trees.
  4. The two lovers were whispering sweet nothings to each other.
  5. The kids were whispering in the library so they wouldn't disturb others.

Quotes

  • I have whispered in your ear, I have sat on your knee, I have given you sugar, and even tea.
  • We whisper, we scream, we shout, we laugh about it and then we decide to let it go.
  • I love the sound of the wind through the trees, the whispering of the leaves.

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