Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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mutter | Yes | No | Yes | No |
grumble | Yes | No | Yes | No |
mutter (noun) | grumble (noun) |
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a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone | a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone |
a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech | a loud low dull continuous noise |
mutter (verb) | grumble (verb) |
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make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath | make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath |
talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice | show one's unhappiness or critical attitude |
to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds | |
make a low noise |