gutturize

/ˈɡʌtəraɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to make a guttural sound, especially in singing or pronunciation

“The opera singer’s attempt to gutturalize the aria fell flat.”

2. verb

to speak or pronounce with a guttural sound

“The actor tried to gutturalize the dialogue to create a more authentic accent.”

Synonyms

  • growl
  • gurgle

Antonyms

  • mellow
  • soften