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grunt

/ɡrʌnt/
noun
  1. A short, low sound made by a person or animal, often expressing effort, annoyance, or pain.
    • He let out a grunt as he lifted the heavy box.
    • The pig made a loud grunt when the farmer brought its food.
    • She answered with a grunt, not bothering to look up from her book.
  2. A soldier or worker who does hard, basic tasks; an infantry soldier.
    • The grunts were the first to arrive at the battlefield.
    • The general praised the grunts for their bravery in the front lines.
    • He started as a grunt in the warehouse, carrying boxes all day.
Synonyms
groansoldier
Antonyms
whisper
verb
  1. To make a short, low sound, especially when exerting effort or showing annoyance.
    • He grunted as he pushed the heavy door open.
    • The old man grunted in pain when he stood up.
    • She grunted a reply without opening her eyes.
Synonyms
groan
Antonyms
whisper
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