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Meaning of growled
The primary meaning of the word "growled" is to make a low, rough, and often threatening sound, typically to express anger, annoyance, or frustration.
Etymology of growled
The word "growled" originates from the Old English word "grūlian", which is also related to the Middle English word "gruellen", meaning to make a low, rumbling noise
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the sound made by an animal, particularly a dog, and later to describe human expressions of anger or annoyance
Synonyms
snarled
snapped
barked
yelped
howled
roared
rasped
grated
grumbled
complained
murmured
muttered
gruffed
growled
rumbled
scowled
glared
sneered
snorted
huffed
puffed
fumed
seethed
bristled
bridled
chafed
groused
grudged
resented
rebelled
resisted
protested
objected
dissented
disagreed
argued
quarreled
wrangled
bickered
squabbled
spat
hissed
spat
sputtered
fulminated
thundered
blustered
raged
Definitions
- Made a low, rough, and often threatening sound, typically to express anger, annoyance, or frustration
- * Expressed discontent, anger, or annoyance in a low, rough voice
- * Moved with a low, rumbling noise, like thunder
Usage Examples
- The dog growled at the stranger, baring its teeth
- * She growled in frustration as she tried to fix the broken machine
- * The thunder growled and rumbled outside, making it hard to sleep
Antonyms
smiled
laughed
cheered
applauded
approved
agreed
assented
consented
acquiesced
submitted
obeyed
complied
cooperated
harmonized
reconciled
soothed
calmed
pacified
placated
appeased
pleased
delighted
thrilled
excited
enthusiastic
eager
willing
compliant
docile
tame
gentle
mild
soft
sweet
melodious
harmonious