babble Synonyms
Another word for babble
• verb (Context 1)
To talk rapidly, continuously, and incoherently or foolishly, or to utter indistinct vocal sounds (especially of an infant).
"The baby began to prattle happily whenever her mother entered the room."
• noun (Context 2)
The sound of many voices speaking simultaneously or indistinctly, or foolish, confused, and rapid chatter.
"A low chatter of excited conversation filled the theater lobby before the curtain rose."
• verb (Context 3)
To make a continuous, gentle murmuring sound while flowing over stones (of a stream or brook).
"A clear mountain brook babbled over the mossy rocks beside the trail."
• noun (Context 4)
The continuous, gentle murmuring sound of flowing water.
"We pitched our tent beside the stream and fell asleep to the soothing murmur of the water."
• verb (Context 5)
To reveal secret or confidential information through careless or excessive talking.
"We warned him not to blab our plans to the competing team."
Opposites of babble
The opposite of babble shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: