Hissing and Murmuring

Hissing

Hissing noun - A fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval).

Murmuring and hissing are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Murmuring" instead a noun "Hissing".

Nearby Words: hiss, hissed

Murmuring

Murmuring noun - Speech that is not clear enough to be understood.
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Synonyms for Murmuring

Hissing and murmuring are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hissing" instead a noun "Murmuring".

Nearby Words: murmur, murmured, murmurous
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