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murmur vs grumbling

grumbling vs murmur

murmur and grumbling both are nouns.

murmur is not an adjective while grumbling is an adjective.

murmur is a verb but grumbling is not a verb.

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

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