Grumble has 8 different meanings across 2 categories:
Noun
· Verb
Noun
1
a loud low dull continuous noise
"they heard the rumbling of thunder"
2
a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone
3
A low thundering, rumbling or growling sound.
Verb
1
show one's unhappiness or critical attitude
"He scolded about anything that he thought was wrong"
"We grumbled about the increased work load"
2
make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath
"she grumbles when she feels overworked"
3
to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds
"he grumbled a rude response"
"Stones grumbled down the cliff"
4
make a low noise
"rumbling thunder"
5
To make a low, growling or rumbling noise, like a hungry stomach or certain animals.
Example Sentences
"they heard the rumbling of thunder"
noun
"He scolded about anything that he thought was wrong"
verb
"We grumbled about the increased work load"
verb
"she grumbles when she feels overworked"
verb
"he grumbled a rude response"
verb
"Stones grumbled down the cliff"
verb
"rumbling thunder"
verb
Broader Terms (hypernyms)