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grumbling vs murmur

murmur vs grumbling

grumbling and murmur both are nouns.

grumbling is an adjective but murmur is not an adjective.

grumbling is not a verb while murmur is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
grumbling Yes Yes No No
murmur Yes No Yes No
As nouns, grumbling and murmur are synonyms defined as:
  • grumbling and murmur: a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone
Other synonyms of grumbling include grumble, murmuring, mutter, muttering.
grumbling (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
grumbling (adjective) murmur (adjective)
continuous full and low-pitched throbbing sound
grumbling (verb) murmur (verb)
speak softly or indistinctly
make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath
Difference between grumbling and murmur

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