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muffle Antonyms

Opposite of muffle

Because the opposite of muffle shifts with each meaning, the 8 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To deaden, soften, or make a sound quieter and less distinct, typically by wrapping or covering its source.

Usage Example

"Heavy velvet curtains helped amplify the noise of traffic from the busy street below."

Strongest
amplify
Strong
intensify
magnify
turn up

• verb (Context 2)

To wrap or cover someone or something closely in fabric or clothing for warmth, protection, or concealment.

Usage Example

"She decided to uncover her neck in a thick woolen scarf before stepping out into the freezing wind."

Strongest
uncover
unwrap
Strong
expose
bare

Similar words to muffle

Words similar to muffle shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

deaden
mute
swathe
dampen
stifle
bundle up
wrap up
swaddle
See all synonyms of muffle

• Nearby Words

muddy
mudslinging
muff
muffle
mufti
mug
mugger

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Muffle. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/muffle
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