chatter
0 antonyms and opposites of chatter, grouped by meaning.
Noun — Talk that goes on and on without saying much of substance.
How to use chatter
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English chateren, an imitative word mimicking the sound of rapid, repetitive noise — the same root behind similar words in Dutch and German for chattering.
Full origin of chatter →Frequently asked questions
What does “chatter” mean?
The word “chatter” means talk that goes on and on without saying much of substance. In plain terms, fast, light talk (or a fast, rattling sound) — think teeth chattering in the cold or people chattering over coffee.
How do you pronounce “chatter”?
“Chatter” is pronounced CHA-tuh (/ˈt͡ʃætɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “chatter” in a sentence?
Here is “chatter” used in a sentence: “The office was full of nervous chatter before the announcement.”
What is another word for “chatter”?
Words with a similar meaning to “chatter” include babble, bavardage, bibble-babble, blab, blabber and blabbing.
What part of speech is “chatter”?
Depending on how it is used, “chatter” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “chatter” come from?
The word “chatter” comes from Middle English. From Middle English chateren, an imitative word mimicking the sound of rapid, repetitive noise — the same root behind similar words in Dutch and German for chattering.
Is “chatter” a common word?
“Chatter” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “chatter” have?
“Chatter” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: talk that goes on and on without saying much of substance.