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grumble vs let out

let out vs grumble

grumble is a noun but let out is not a noun.

grumble and let out both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
grumble Yes No Yes No
let out No No Yes No
As verbs, let out is a hypernym of grumble; that is, let out is a word with a broader meaning than grumble:
  • grumble: to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds
  • let out: express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
Other hypernyms of grumble include emit, let loose, utter.
grumble (noun) let out (noun)
a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone
a loud low dull continuous noise
grumble (verb) let out (verb)
make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath make (clothes) larger
show one's unhappiness or critical attitude make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret
to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
make a low noise bring out of a specific state
Difference between grumble and let out

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