lisp
The word “lisp” has 1 syllable: lisp
It's pronounced as /lɪsp/
What is synonym and antonym for lisp?
In the thesaurus, “lisp” has 3 synonyms and 5 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for lisp along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for lisp
- mispronounce
- sputter
- stutter
Antonyms for lisp
- articulate speech
- clear articulation
- clear enunciation
- fluent speech
- proper pronunciation
Meanings of lisp
- noun
- The habit or an act of lisping.
- verb
- To pronounce the consonant ‘s’ imperfectly; to give ‘s’ and ‘z’ the sounds of ‘th’ (/θ/). This is a speech impediment common among children.
- To speak with imperfect articulation; to mispronounce, such as a child learning to talk.
- To speak hesitatingly and with a low voice, as if afraid.
- To express by the use of simple, childlike language.
- To speak with reserve or concealment; to utter timidly or confidentially.
Example Sentences
- The child began to lisp when learning to pronounce certain sounds.
- Some people develop a lisp during early speech development.
- Speech therapy can help reduce a lisp over time.
- He spoke clearly despite having a slight lisp.
- A temporary lisp may occur after dental treatment.
On this page you'll find 8 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to lisp, such as: articulate speech, clear articulation, clear enunciation, fluent speech, mispronounce, proper pronunciation, sputter.
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