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Meaning of hummed
The primary meaning of "hummed" is to make a low, continuous, and often muted sound.
Etymology of hummed
The word "hummed" originates from the Old English word "humian", which means to make a low, murmuring sound
The term has been in use since the 15th century and has evolved to encompass a range of meanings related to sound and vibration
Synonyms
murmured
whispered
mumbled
droned
intoned
purred
buzzed
whirred
chirped
trilled
warbled
cooed
sang
vocalized
uttered
articulated
enunciated
pronounced
voiced
sounded
resonated
vibrated
quavered
trembled
quivered
shuddered
rattled
clattered
clinked
tinkled
jingled
hummed
whispered
purred
growled
grumbled
snarled
hissed
spat
sputtered
crackled
popped
fizzed
sizzled
Definitions
- To make a low, continuous, and often muted sound, typically with the mouth closed
- * To sing or vocalize a tune or melody, often in a soft or subdued manner
- * To be filled with a low, continuous, and often muted sound, such as the hum of a machine or engine
Usage Examples
- The engine hummed smoothly as the car accelerated down the highway
- * She hummed a soft melody as she worked in the garden
- * The crowd hummed with excitement as the concert began