Definition

A person who speaks in a low or unclear voice, often mumbling or complaining quietly.

Example

The mutterer sat in the corner, grumbling about the service.

Conversation

Have you noticed that John is such a mutterer when he’s nervous?

Yeah, it’s hard to hear what he’s saying sometimes.

I think he just needs to relax a bit more.

Definitely, a little confidence would help him out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mutterer → It is formed from "mutter" (from Middle English *muttren*, meaning to speak indistinctly or in a low voice) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A mutterer is a person who speaks in a low or indistinct manner.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who speaks softly or indistinctly — that's what a mutterer does.

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