Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sough

verb
/saʊ/
Definition
A soft murmuring or rustling sound, often resembling a sigh or a gentle breeze.
Examples
  • The leaves sough in the gentle wind as evening approached.
  • She could hear the sough of the river in the distance.
Meaning
To make a sound like a soft whisper or a sigh. It often describes the sound of the wind or a soft rustle of leaves.
Synonyms
  • Susurrus
  • Murmur
  • Whisper