hiss

hiss

noun

Definition of HISS

1

a sound similar to the speech sound \s\ stretched out <the hiss of air escaping from a balloon>

Synonyms fizz, sizzle, swish, whish, whiz (or whizz)

Related Words swoosh, wheeze, whistle, whoosh, zip; sibilance, sibilant

2

a vocal sound made to express scorn or disapproval <there was a chorus of boos and hisses from the fans when the umpire called the runner out>

Synonyms bird [chiefly British], boo, Bronx cheer, hiss, hoot, jeer, raspberry, razz, snort

Related Words smirk, sneer, snicker, snigger; gibe (or jibe), put-down, taunt; whistle

Near Antonyms applause, clapping

Antonyms cheer