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    Utter

    /ˈʌtər/

    Meaning & Definition

    verb
    To make a sound or speak.
    She did not utter a single word during the entire meeting.
    To express audibly; to give voice to.
    He was unable to utter his thoughts clearly in front of the crowd.
    adjective
    Complete; absolute; total.
    The performance was an utter failure.
    Total; outright.
    Their decision to cancel the project was met with utter disbelief.

    Etymology

    Middle English, from Old French 'outre' meaning 'beyond', from Latin 'ultra'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    utter nonsense
    Complete and utter foolishness or absurdity.
    utter silence
    A total lack of sound.
    utter chaos
    Complete disorder.

    Related Words

    utterance
    A spoken word, statement, or vocal sound.
    uttering
    The act of speaking or expressing something.

    Slang Meanings

    Utterly ridiculous
    That excuse is utterly ridiculous!
    Utter fail
    That was an utter fail in the presentation.