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inaudibly

Inaudibly (adverb) means In a way that cannot be heard, or is too quiet to hear clearly. Example: “She muttered something inaudibly under her breath.”

adverb
1
In a way that cannot be heard, or is too quiet to hear clearly.
"She muttered something inaudibly under her breath."

How to use inaudibly

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSo quietly that no one can make out what's being said.

Word forms

more inaudibly comparative, most inaudibly superlative

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Etymology

From inaudible plus the adverb-forming suffix -ly.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “inaudibly” mean?

The word “inaudibly” means in a way that cannot be heard, or is too quiet to hear clearly. In plain terms, so quietly that no one can make out what's being said.

How do you use “inaudibly” in a sentence?

Here is “inaudibly” used in a sentence: “She muttered something inaudibly under her breath.”

What is the opposite of “inaudibly”?

The opposite of “inaudibly” — its antonyms — are audibly, loudly and vocally.

What part of speech is “inaudibly”?

“Inaudibly” is an adverb.

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