Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mouthed
verb
/maŹthed/
Definition
form a word with one’s lips without producing sound; articulated through facial movement rather than vocal sound.
Examples
- She mouthed the words to the song, but no sound came out.
- During the performance, the actor mouthed his lines perfectly, demonstrating excellent lip-syncing skills.
- He mouthed a greeting as he passed by, not wanting to disturb the meeting.
Meaning
The action of shaping words with one’s mouth while remaining silent or without vocalizing the sounds. It can also refer to using one’s mouth in a specific manner, often associated with performing speech without sound.
Synonyms
- gestured
- formulated
- expressed
