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murmur

The word “murmur” has 2 syllables: mur-mur

It's pronounced as /ˈmɝːmɚ/

What is synonym and antonym for murmur?

In the thesaurus, “murmur” has 97 synonyms and 26 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for murmur along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for murmur

Antonyms for murmur

  • accept
  • acclaim
  • applaud
  • applause
  • approval
  • articulate
  • bear
  • cheer
  • commend
  • commendation
  • compliment
  • countenance
  • crow
  • delight
  • endorsement
  • endure
  • enunciate
  • indorsement
  • plaudit
  • praise
  • rejoice
  • sanction
  • speak out
  • speak up
  • take
  • tolerate

Meanings of murmur

  • noun
    1. Any low, indistinct sound, like that of running water.
    2. Soft indistinct speech.
    3. The sound made by any condition which produces noisy, or turbulent, flow of blood through the heart.
    4. A muttered complaint or protest; the expression of dissatisfaction in a low muttering voice; any expression of complaint or discontent.
  • verb
    1. To grumble; to complain in a low, muttering voice, or express discontent at or against someone or something.
    2. To speak or make low, indistinguishable noise; to mumble, mutter.
    3. To say (something) indistinctly, to mutter.

Example Sentences

  • A soft murmur of voices drifted through the hallway.
  • The murmur of the stream was calming and steady.
  • She spoke in a gentle murmur, almost too quiet to hear.
  • A murmur of agreement spread through the crowd.
  • The doctor detected a faint heart murmur during the examination.

On this page you'll find 123 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to murmur, such as: accept, acclaim, applaud, applause, approval, articulate, babble.

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