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   whisper

   /ˈwɪspə/

   verb

   • 1. speak very softly using one's breath rather than one's throat, especially for the sake of secrecy: "Alison was whispering in his ear" Similar murmurmuttermumblespeak/say softlyspeak/say in muted tonesspeak/say in hushed tonesspeak/say sotto vocebreathepurrsay under one's breathOpposite shout
   • ▪ be rumoured: "it was whispered that he would soon die"
   • ▪ (of leaves, wind, or water) rustle or murmur softly.

   noun

   • 1. a soft or confidential tone of voice; a whispered word or phrase: "she spoke in a whisper" Similar murmurmuttermumblelow voicehushed toneundertoneOpposite shout
   • ▪ a rumour or piece of gossip: "whispers of a blossoming romance" Similar rumourstoryreportspeculationinsinuationsuggestionhintgossiphearsaywordscandaltittle-tattleidle talkon ditbavardageKaffeeklatschlabrishshu-shuinformal:buzzgossscuttlebuttteafurphyskinderrare:bruit
   • ▪ a soft rustling or murmuring sound: "the thunder of the surf became a muted whisper" Similar rustlemurmursighmoansoughwhooshwhirswishrare:susurrationbabbleburblepurllapliterary:plashOpposite howlroarroarthunder
   • ▪ a slight trace; a hint: "he didn't show even a whisper of interest" Similar tracescraptouchtingehintsuggestionsuspicionsoupçonwhiffinklingscintillawhitsparkglimmerflickeratomspeckbitouncedropdashjotiotashredcrumbmorselfragmentvestigegrainspotmitemodicuminformal:smidgensmidgetadstimarchaic:scantlingscruple

   Word Origin Old Englishhwisprian, of Germanic origin; related to German wispeln, from the imitative base of whistle.

   Derivatives

   • 1. whispery adjective

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › whisperWhisper Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   1 day ago · The meaning of WHISPER is to speak softly with little or no vibration of the vocal cords especially to avoid being overheard. How to use whisper in a sentence.

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   4 days ago · /ˈwɪspərər/ /ˈwɪspərə/ IPA guide. Other forms: whisperers. Definitions of whisperer. noun. one who speaks in a whisper. see more. Cite this entry. Style: MLA. "Whisperer." Vocabulary.com Dictionary, Vocabulary.com, https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/whisperer. Accessed 26 Jun. 2024. Copy citation. VocabTrainer™.

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   5 days ago · The meaning of CHINESE WHISPERS is a situation in which a piece of information is passed from one person to the next and is changed slightly each time it is told.

5. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › stage whisperStage whisper - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   5 days ago · noun. a loud whisper that can be overheard; on the stage it is heard by the audience but it supposed to be inaudible to the rest of the cast. see more.

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   3 days ago · Purpose. Romanticism was characterized by its emphasis on emotion and individualism as well as the glorification of the past and nature, preferring the medieval over the classical.

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   1 day ago · 07 Jul, 2024. Embark on a globetrotting journey through the alluring world of culinary sauces, the hidden heroes behind the distinct flavours that define cultures far and wide. Whether it’s the fiery kick of a Mexican Salsa or the umami-rich depth of a Japanese Teriyaki, sauces are the silent whispers of history, tradition, and innovation on ...

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   3 days ago · Every day, parents make choices and act in deliberate ways to help shape their children into people with character, respect, a sense of responsibility, motivation, and skills to help them be both successful as kids and as adults. Leading relates to this preparation.