whisper
verbHow many syllables in whisper?
There are 2 syllables in the word whisper.How to pronounce whisper:
Definition of whisper:
- whisper (verb):
- speak softly; in a low voice.
- to speak or say (something) very softly, using the breath instead of the vocal cords
- to speak softly with little or no vibration of the vocal cords especially to avoid being overheard
Synonyms for whisper:
breathe
mumble
murmur
mutter
purr
say softly
say sotto voce
speak
speak in hushed tones
talk
utter
utter under the breath
verbalise
verbalize
Antonyms for whisper:
bark
bawl
bellow
call
caterwaul
caterwauling
cheer
clamor
clamour
cry
crying
exclamation
holler
hoot
howl
howling
outcry
roar
scream
screaming
screech
shout
shouting
shriek
shrieking
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