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grumble vs murmur

murmur vs grumble

grumble and murmur both are nouns.

grumble and murmur both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
grumble Yes No Yes No
murmur Yes No Yes No
As nouns, grumble and murmur are synonyms defined as:
  • grumble and murmur: a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone
Other synonyms of grumble include grumbling, murmuring, mutter, muttering.
As verbs, grumble and murmur are synonyms defined as:
  • grumble and murmur: make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath
Other synonyms of grumble include croak, gnarl, mutter.
grumble (noun) murmur (noun)
a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone
a loud low dull continuous noise a schwa that is incidental to the pronunciation of a consonant
a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech
an abnormal sound of the heart; sometimes a sign of abnormal function of the heart valves
grumble (verb) murmur (verb)
make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath speak softly or indistinctly
show one's unhappiness or critical attitude make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath
to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds
make a low noise
Difference between grumble and murmur

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