Underbreath

Pronunciation: /ˈəndɝˈbɹɛθ/

Underbreath (noun)

  1. a way of speaking very softly so others cannot hear clearly

Examples

  • She muttered something under her breath.
  • He whispered a secret under his breath.

Common collocations: mutter under breath, whisper under breath, speak under breath

Synonyms of Underbreath

Neutral

Antonyms of Underbreath

  • when referring to speaking volume
  • when referring to speaking volume