whisper

Definition

  • noun: a very soft and quiet way of speaking
  • verb: to speak very softly or quietly
  • verb: to speak softly with little or no vibration of the vocal cords especially to avoid being overheard
  • usually singular
  • synonyms: advice, alert, alerting

Examples

  • I expected to hear back from them but I never heard a 'whisper'. [=I never heard from them again]

  • “I've had more than I can stand,” she complained in a 'stage whisper'.

  • I couldn't hear what they were saying because they were 'whispering'.

Movie quotes

  • (..) but you've already forgotten. Tell e how crazy everyone is... and laugh about it. And if you get home late and I'm already asleep... Just whisper in my ear one little thought you had today... because... I love how you look at the world... I am so happy I get to be next to you and see (..)
    2013 Her