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Rumbling

Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective

Meaning

Deep- and slow-sounding..

Definitions by Sense

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

Example Sentences

rumbling discontent
His rumbling voice suited the solemn occasion.
rumbling stomachs
The rumblings of the masses precede the crumbling of the state.
The rumbling of distant thunder echoed from the hilltop.
The rumblin' from distant shores sends me to sleep / But the facts of life can sometimes make it hard to dream

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What does rumbling mean?

Rumbling means Deep- and slow-sounding..

What is a synonym for rumbling?

Common synonyms include grumble, rumble, full, grumbling.

What is the opposite of rumbling?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use rumbling in a sentence?

rumbling discontent

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