utter

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Definitions

v.

To produce sounds or words with one's voice; to say or express something.

发出(声音);说出;表达

adj.

Complete and absolute; total, with no qualification or exception.

完全的;彻底的;绝对的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
utterother
=utter

Common Collocations

  • 1.utter a word说出一句话
  • 2.utter nonsense说废话

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She uttered a sigh of relief when the difficult exam finally came to an end.

  • 2.

    Not a word was uttered during the solemn moment of silence for the fallen soldiers.

  • 3.

    His complete lack of empathy was utter cruelty to the vulnerable victim.

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