Difference between Mutter and Grumble

What is the difference between Mutter and Grumble?

Mutter as a noun is a repressed or obscure utterance; an instance of muttering. while Grumble as a noun is a low thundering, rumbling or growling sound

Mutter

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A repressed or obscure utterance; an instance of muttering. (in Indian restaurants) peas

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To utter words, especially complaints or angry expressions, indistinctly or with a low voice and lips partly closed; to say under one's breath. To speak softly and incoherently, or with imperfect articulations. To make a sound with a low, rumbling noise.

Grumble

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To make a low, growling or rumbling noise, like a hungry stomach or certain animals.To complain.To utter in a grumbling fashion.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A low thundering, rumbling or growling soundThe sound made by a hungry stomachA complaint

We hope you now know whether to use Mutter or Grumble in your sentence.

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