awhir

/ɔːˈhwɪər/ or /ɔːˈhweɪər/

Definitions

1. noun

A sound similar to a loud whisper or a gentle moan, especially one made by the wind.

“The trees creaked and made an eerie awhir in the dead of night.”

Synonyms

  • moan
  • sigh
  • whisper

Antonyms

  • scream
  • shout