susurr

/suˈsɜːr/; /səˈsɜːr/; /suˈsʌr/; /suˈsɔr/; /sɪˈsɜːr/; /suˈsʊr/; /suˈsʊr/; /sɪˈsɔr/

Definitions

1. noun

a soft, indistinct sound, especially one that is soothing or calming

“The susurr of the wind through the trees was a lulling sound.”

2. verb

to make a soft, indistinct sound, especially one that is soothing or calming

“The leaves susurr in the gentle breeze.”

Synonyms

  • rustle
  • whisper

Antonyms

  • clamor
  • roar