"Susurrus" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Susurrus" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers

Susurrus
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"Susurrus" Meaning

A soft, indistinct, or muted murmur or whisper.

"Susurrus" Examples

Word: Susurrus


1. Atmospheric/humorous description

The ancient castle was shrouded in a susurrus of whispers carried on the whispers of the forgotten wind.

2. Academic/research context

The susurrus of static electricity emanating from the experiment suggested that the setup was working correctly, confirming our hypothesis on quantum fluctuations.

3. Literary description

The forest at dusk was dimly lit, enveloped in a susurrus of leaves that rustled in the woodland's lullaby of wind.

4. Conversational/relaxed tone

I heard a strange susurrus as I walked past the old air vent, sounds just like someone was whispering but couldn't quite make out the words.

5. Dramatic setting

A piercing susurrus ripped through the air, a warning sign of the storm brewing in the horizon, signaling the turmoil to come.

"Susurrus" Similar Words

Susu

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Susu refers to:<br><br>1. In law: A scheme where a person regularly contributes a portion of their income to another person, often without strings attached, in exchange for ongoing financial assistance or a lump sum.<br>2. In banking and finance: A type of microfinance service where a customer can deposit their savings and receive loans, often used by low-income households, especially women, to cover their daily expenses or small business investments.<br>3. In other contexts: In some cultures, susu refers to a reverse mortgage, a type of financial transaction where an older homeowner uses their home's equity to receive a series of payments, often while still living in the property.<br><br>Please note that the specific meaning of "susu" may vary depending on the country, culture, or community.

Susurrant

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Susurrate

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To whisper or breathe gently, especially so as to cause a soft gurgling or hissing sound, like when one speaks in a low, fine voice or when one breathes in a calm manner.<br><br>Example: The sound of the stream susurrating through the rocks created a soothing atmosphere.<br><br>Derived from Latin 'susurrare', which means 'to whisper' and 'sistrum', an ancient musical instrument.

Susurration

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Susurrations

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Susurring

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Susurringly

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In a soft and almost inaudible manner, often with a peaceful or calming effect.

Susurrous

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Sutcliffe

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Sutherland

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Sutler

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A sutler is a merchant who supplies goods, especially food and other necessities, to soldiers on a battlefield or in a camp. They typically travel with an army and sell their wares at a markup, often charging high prices due to the limited competition and the soldiers' urgent need for the goods.

Sutling

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Unfamiliar with the word "sutling" but I found that it might be a rare or archaic term that is difficult to define.

Suto

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Sutphin

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Sutra

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Suttee

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Suttee, also known as Sati, is a Sanskrit term that refers to a long-standing social practice in ancient India where a widow would self-immolate on her husband's funeral pyre. This practice was based on the idea that a wife's love for her husband was so strong that she would choose to die with him, rather than live without him.