Babble Definition & Meaning

babble
noun
  1. gibberish resembling the sounds of a baby
verb
  1. utter meaningless sounds, like a baby, or utter in an incoherent way; "The old man is only babbling--don't pay attention"
  2. to talk foolishly; "The two women babbled and crooned at the baby"
  3. flow in an irregular current with a bubbling noise; "babbling brooks"
  4. divulge confidential information or secrets; "Be careful--his secretary talks"

"Babble" in song lyrics

See how babble is used in real songs:

  • "My daily regiment of elemental babble"
    Artifacts f/ Lord Finesse, Lord Jamar — Collaboration of Mics
  • "The spotlight shines from the Tower of Babble"
    Benefit — The United Stage of America
  • "World game of death scale the Tower of Babble"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ 5-Star — Night of the Long Knife

Usage tips for "babble"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "babble" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for babble to find words that pair well.

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