utter
u
ˈə
ē
tter
tɜr
tēr
British pronunciation
/ˈʌtɐ/

Definition & Meaning of "utter"in English

to utter
01

to make audible sounds without necessarily forming clear or meaningful words

Transitive: to utter audible sounds
to utter definition and meaning
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Examples
In pain, she uttered a loud cry for help.
02

to express something verbally

Transitive: to utter a sentiment or opinion
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Examples
Despite her nervousness, she uttered her opinion with confidence and clarity.
03

to knowingly circulate or use forged money as legal tender

Transitive: to utter forged money
example
Examples
The criminal was arrested for uttering counterfeit bills at various stores across town.
04

to pronounce or articulate something clearly

Transitive: to utter a word
example
Examples
She could barely utter a word in her nervous state during the presentation.
01

emphasizing the extreme or total nature of a situation

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Examples
The storm caused utter chaos, with widespread power outages and flooding.
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