What does grumble mean?
Grumble means (onomatopoeia) A high thundering, rumbling or growling sound..
Grumble
/ˈɡɹʌmbl̩/ · noun
Meaning
(onomatopoeia) A high thundering, rumbling or growling sound..
Definitions by Sense
- (onomatopoeia) A high thundering, rumbling or growling sound.
- The sound made by a hungry stomach.
- A surly complaint.
- (intransitive) To make a low, growling or rumbling noise, like a hungry stomach or certain animals.
- (intransitive) To complain; to murmur or mutter with discontent; to make ill-natured complaints in a low voice and a surly manner.
- (transitive) To utter in a grumbling fashion.
Example Sentences
That whiner is never without a grumble to share.
The distant thunder grumbles.
It made his stomach grumble in protest to think the mule was eating, and here he was worrying about her with an empty belly of his own.
He grumbles about the food constantly, but has yet to learn to cook.
He grumbled that there was no grain "in the country" and that people were talking instead of working to provide it.
Synonyms for grumble
Antonyms for grumble
Related Words
Word Forms
- grumbles
- grumbling
- grumbled
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for grumble?
Common synonyms include murmur, rumble, croak, scold.
What is the opposite of grumble?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use grumble in a sentence?
That whiner is never without a grumble to share.
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