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hissing vs hiss

hiss vs hissing

hissing and hiss both are nouns.

hissing is not a verb while hiss is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
hissing Yes No No No
hiss Yes No Yes No
As nouns, hissing and hiss are synonyms defined as:
  • hissing and hiss: a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval)
Other synonyms of hissing include fizzle, hushing, sibilation.
hissing (noun) hiss (noun)
a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval) a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt
a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval)
hissing (verb) hiss (verb)
make a sharp hissing sound, as if to show disapproval
express or utter with a hiss
show displeasure, as after a performance or speech
move with a whooshing sound
Difference between hissing and hiss

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