Utterance (Noun)

Meaning

The use of uttered sounds for auditory communication.

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Examples

• The infant's first utterance was ababble of sounds that resembled a word.
• Her utterance was barely audible over the noise of the crowd.
• The professor analyzed the utterance patterns of the language to identify its unique characteristics.
• The politician's utterance was met with skepticism by the audience.
• The linguist studied the utterance of the indigenous tribe to learn about their language and culture.

Synonyms

• Vocalization

Hyponyms

• Croaking
• Vociferation
• Speech Production
• Jubilation
• Call
• Yell
• Ahem
• Shout
• Moan
• Laughter
• Outcry
• Ululation
• Suspiration
• Rejoicing
• Exclaiming
• Howling
• Rasping
• Splutter

Related Words

• Utter (verb)