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utter

The correct spelling is utter.

How to pronounce utter

/ˈʌtə/
adjective

IPA: /ˈʌtə/

Say it like: Utt-er

The correct spelling is utter. Outer; furthest out, most remote. For example: "utter ruin; utter darkness"

Usage Examples

utter ruin; utter darkness

Don't you utter another word!

Sally's car uttered a hideous shriek when she applied the brakes.

Meanings

adjective

  1. 1.Outer; furthest out, most remote.
  2. 2.Outward.
  3. 3.Absolute, unconditional, total, complete.

verb

  1. 1.To produce (speech or other sounds) with one's voice.
  2. 2.To reveal or express (an idea, thought, desire, etc.) with speech.
  3. 3.To produce (a noise) (of an inanimate object).
  4. 4.To spit or blow (something) out of one's mouth.
  5. 5.To emit or give off (breath).

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