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English adjective: grumbling

1. grumbling continuous full and low-pitched throbbing sound


SamplesThe rumbling rolling sound of thunder.


Synonymsrumbling


Similarfull


Antonymsthin


English noun: grumbling

1. grumbling (event) a loud low dull continuous noise


SamplesThey heard the rumbling of thunder.


Synonymsgrumble, rumble, rumbling


Broader (hypernym)noise

2. grumbling (communication) a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone


Synonymsgrumble, murmur, murmuring, mutter, muttering


Broader (hypernym)complaint









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