ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Rumbling

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Rumbling is an adjective meaning Deep- and slow-sounding.

Meaning

Deep- and slow-sounding.

More Meanings

  1. A muted sound of complaint or discontent (often used in the plural).
  2. A deep low noise.
  3. present participle and gerund of rumble

Example Sentences

rumbling stomachs
rumbling discontent
His rumbling voice suited the solemn occasion.
The rumbling of distant thunder echoed from the hilltop.

Word Forms

Synonyms for rumbling

Depending on context, synonyms include grumble, rumble, full, grumbling.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include grumble, grumbling, full, growling, raging, crashing.

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