Murmured

To utter or speak something quietly, often in a low and indistinct tone, or to make a soft, continuous sound.

This can imply a sense of secrecy, uncertainty, or gentle emotion. It can also describe the soft, flowing sound of natural phenomena such as water, wind, or rustling leaves.

It is often associated with a gentle, soothing sound, or a quiet expression of thoughts or feelings that may not be intended for everyone to hear.

Murmured meaning with examples

• Lost in thought, Sarah murmured the lyrics of the song under her breath while waiting for the bus, barely audible to those around her. The rhythmic sound served as a private solace during her commute. She didn't want to disrupt the people around, so it was her private experience.
• As the detective examined the evidence, he murmured to his partner, 'There's something not right about this.' Their exchange was almost imperceptible, keeping their strategies private from everyone.
• The gentle breeze murmured through the trees, creating a tranquil sound that lulled the hikers to feel relaxed. It was a sound of the landscape as they moved forward into their hike with contentment.
• The crowd in the courtroom murmured with hushed anticipation as the verdict was read, the tension thick in the air. Everyone was interested in the end of the story.