Vocabulary Entry

mutter

|verb • noun

verb

To speak or say something in a low or indistinct manner.

Example Sentences

"She began to mutter under her breath during the lecture."

"He muttered a few words of apology before leaving."

"The old man muttered as he walked down the street."

noun

Example Sentences

"There was a mutter of discontent among the workers."

"The mutter of the crowd grew louder as tensions increased."

"He heard the mutter of voices coming from the other room."