Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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mutter | Yes | No | Yes | No |
mumble | Yes | No | Yes | No |
mutter (noun) | mumble (noun) |
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a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone | a soft indistinct utterance |
a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech |
mutter (verb) | mumble (verb) |
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make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath | talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice |
talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice | grind with the gums; chew without teeth and with great difficulty |