undergrowl

/ˌʌndərˈɡraʊl/

Definitions

1. verb

to grow or develop from beneath the surface, especially of the earth, or to produce a low, rumbling growl, often as a sign of discontent

“The seed began to undergrowl the weeds on the farm.”

2. noun

a low, rumbling growl, especially as a sign of discontent

“The undergrowl of the crowd indicated their displeasure with the politician’s speech.”

Synonyms

  • growl
  • rumble

Antonyms

  • silence
  • whisper