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utter vs murmur

murmur vs utter

utter is not a noun while murmur is a noun.

utter is an adjective but murmur is not an adjective.

utter and murmur both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
utter No Yes Yes No
murmur Yes No Yes No
As verbs, murmur is a hyponym of utter; that is, murmur is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than utter:
  • utter: express in speech
  • murmur: speak softly or indistinctly
utter (noun) murmur (noun)
a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone
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
utter (adjective) murmur (adjective)
complete and absolute
without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers
utter (verb) murmur (verb)
express in speech speak softly or indistinctly
articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath
express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
put into circulation
Difference between utter and murmur

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