purr
nounHow many syllables in purr?
There is 1 syllable in the word purr.Divide purr into syllables:
purr
How to pronounce purr:
Definition of purr:
- purr (noun):
- a low vibrating sound typical of a contented cat.
- a rapidly vibrating humming sound, such as of a bee
- a low vibratory murmur typical of an apparently contented or pleased cat
Synonyms for purr:
buzz
buzzing
drone
hum
make vibrant sounds
mumble
murmur
mutter
muttering
resonate
vibration
whisper
whispering
Antonyms for purr:
bark
bawl
bay
bellow
call
call out
clamor
clamour
cry
cry out
exclaim
holler
howl
raise your voice
roar
scream
shout
shriek
speak clearly
speak loudly
thunder
vociferate
wail
yell
yowl
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