sniggle

/ˈsnɪɡəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to make a sudden, sharp, hissing sound, or to speak in a low, indistinct voice

“She began to sniggle with her friends, trying to get their attention without being too loud.”

2. verb

to speak or utter something in a low, indistinct voice, often referring to gossip or rumors

“The office was buzzing with rumors, and it seemed like everyone was sniggle about the latest company news.”

3. noun

a soft, indistinct, and often disagreeable sound, or a low, hissing noise

“The sniggle of the wind through the trees was soothing, but the sniggle of the broken pipe was annoying.”

4. noun

a low, hissing or indistinct voice, often referring to gossip or rumors

“The sniggle of the town was that the new restaurant was closing down.”

Synonyms

  • gossip
  • murmur
  • rumor
  • whisper

Antonyms

  • announce
  • declare
  • shout