babble

C2
Pronunciation
/ˈbæb.l̩/
/ˈbæb.l̩/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

Idle talk; senseless prattle

Synonyms
gabble twaddle
2 Definition

Inarticulate speech; constant or confused murmur.

3 Definition

A sound like that of water gently flowing around obstructions.

Verb
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

To utter words indistinctly or unintelligibly; to utter inarticulate sounds

Example Sentences
  • The men were babbling, so we couldn't make sense of anything.
2 Definition

To talk incoherently; to utter meaningless words.

3 Definition

To talk too much; to chatter; to prattle.

4 Definition

To make a continuous murmuring noise, like shallow water running over stones.

Example Sentences
  • Hounds are said to babble, or to be babbling, when they are too noisy after having found a good scent.
5 Definition

To utter in an indistinct or incoherent way; to repeat words or sounds in a childish way without understanding.

6 Definition

To reveal; to give away (a secret).