babbled
|bab-bled|
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/ˈbæbəl/
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/ˈbæb(ə)l/
(babble)
incoherent talk
Etymology
Etymology Information
'babble' originates from Middle English, specifically the frequentative/imitative element 'babblen' (imitative of baby talk 'ba').
Historical Evolution
'babble' changed from Middle English 'babblen' (an imitative/frequentative form) and eventually became the modern English word 'babble'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make sounds like a baby; produce meaningless sounds,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'speak quickly and incoherently; chatter.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'babble' (to speak rapidly and incoherently or make meaningless sounds).
She babbled nervously during the interview.
Synonyms
prattledchatteredjabberedblatheredgabbed
Antonyms
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/12/23 01:43