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What is another word for Whisp?

Pronunciation: [wˈɪsp] (IPA)

Whisp is a word that denotes a light, soft, and airy sound or a brief gust of wind. There are several synonyms for this word that can help you express these concepts more effectively. Some synonyms for Whisp include Murmur, Whisper, Sigh, Rustle, Susurration, and Breath. Murmur means a low, continuous sound, while Whisper denotes a soft or hushed tone. Sigh is used to express a deep, slow breath, while Rustle implies the gentle movement of leaves or paper. Susurration means a gentle whispering sound and Breath is used to express the sound of a light breeze. These synonyms for Whisp can vary in meaning depending on the context in which they are used.
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A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Whisp

Once or twice, as I glanced across to the horizon, it seemed to me that I caught again that odd quiver in the air that had preceded the coming of the mist; and, indeed on two separate occasions, I saw a thin Whisp of haze drive up, apparently out of the sea.
"The Ghost Pirates"
William Hope Hodgson
Into it, he puts a Whisp of hay, to feed the traveller's horse.
"Dutch Fairy Tales for Young Folks"
William Elliot Griffis
Piet raised his head, and his heart almost stopped, as on the left of the cattle he saw Zulus running like greyhounds, speeding to reach a kopje by which the cattle must be driven, and his startled glance roaming further, marked a thin grey Whisp of smoke curling up the mountain's dark side, while his ear caught the hoarse sound of the Zulu horn spreading the alarm.
"Tales from the Veld"
Ernest Glanville

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