Whispering Definition & Meaning
whispering
- adjective
- making a low continuous indistinct sound; "like murmuring waves"; "susurrant voices"
- noun
- a light noise, like the noise of silk clothing or leaves blowing in the wind
- speaking softly without vibration of the vocal cords
"Whispering" in song lyrics
See how whispering is used in real songs:
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"Listen to my heart beat, while I'm whispering"
Candyman — Knockin' Boots -
"There's some pretty girls in herre, I heard em whispering"
Chingy f/ Snoop Dogg, Ludacris — Holidae In -
"but I live for the flowers and whispering"
D-Sisive — Ken Park
Words that rhyme with whispering
Usage tips for "whispering"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "whispering" 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 whispering to find words that pair well.
Use "whispering" in a verse
Now that you know what "whispering" means, try using it in your own lyrics:
Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does whispering mean?
- making a low continuous indistinct sound; "like murmuring waves"; "susurrant voices" a light noise, like the noise of silk clothing or leaves blowing in the wind speaking softly without vibration of the vocal cords
- What part of speech is whispering?
- Whispering is an adjective and a noun.
- How many definitions does whispering have?
- Whispering has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).