Meaning of murmur

[Ivancho]

Synonyms Lesson, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #124 "Synonyms for speak and shout", question 5

We had to ......... at each other at the party last night because the music was so loud it wasn't possible to have a normal conversation.

(a) speak
(b) murmur
(c) shout
(d) mutter

Synonyms Lesson, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #124 "Synonyms for speak and shout", answer 5

We had to shout at each other at the party last night because the music was so loud it wasn't possible to have a normal conversation.

Correct answer: (c) shout
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what is the meaning of murmur?

Ivancho

[Conchita]

Murmur is an antonym of shout. To murmur is to speak or complain in a low voice. A murmur is a low whisper of voices or a low sound: a murmur of approval; the murmur of flies.