Hiss and Whispering

Hiss

Hiss noun - A sound similar to the speech sound \s\ stretched out.

Whispering and hiss are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Whispering" instead a noun "Hiss".

Nearby Words: hissed, hissing

Whispering

Whispering noun - Speaking softly without vibration of the vocal cords.
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Synonyms for Whispering

Hiss and whispering are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hiss" instead the word "Whispering" as a verb or a noun.

Nearby Words: whisper, whispered, whisperer
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