humpf
- noun
- /hʌmpf/
- Informal
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humpf
- When he was asked to work late again, he replied with an annoyed humpf.
Examples
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I remember, I was on my head, and you said "Humpf!"
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-Humpf!
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Then humpfing a "Humpf!" was a sour kangaroo, -Humpf!
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Humpf!
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Humpf.
Fiction book (1991) -
Then humpfing a "Humpf!" was a sour kangaroo, -Humpf!
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After hearing the ridiculous proposal, he let out a humpf of disbelief.
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She expressed her doubt with a dismissive humpf when he suggested the plan.
Synonyms
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9.9
A short sound people say or write to show anger
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9.9
A short sharp sound made by blowing air through the lips to show contempt
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9.1
A short low sound showing disapproval or doubt
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9.2
A short gruff sound that comes from clearing the throat to show annoyance or doubt
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9.8
A short sound that shows frustration or annoyance
A short exclamation showing disbelief or contempt
A short word people say to show they dislike something
A short annoyed remark showing you do not like holiday cheer
How Dismissive
Surface Forms
Etymology
Humpf as a noun is named after the short sound people make when they are annoyed or doubtful, similar to a small snort or grunt and like humph or huff. So a 'humpf' is a short noise that shows 'annoyance', 'doubt', or 'disapproval'.