verb
- past tense of harumph; to make a deep, guttural sound expressing doubt, disapproval, or clearing the throat
Usage: informal; often used to express skepticism or mild disapproval
Examples
- The professor harumphed at the student's weak argument.
- He harumphed loudly when he disagreed with the proposal.
- She harumphed and shook her head at the news.
- The old man harumphed from his chair, clearly unimpressed.
- When asked his opinion, he simply harumphed and walked away.
- The critic harumphed throughout the entire performance.