hoarsen

/ˈhoʊrsɛn/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become hoarse, typically as a result of shouting or speaking loudly

“The singer’s voice began to hoarsen after performing for hours.”

2. transitive verb

to make something, especially a person’s voice, hoarse

“Smoking will hoarsen your voice.”

Synonyms

  • coarse
  • dull
  • roughen

Antonyms

  • soften
  • soothe