Humph

/həmf/
interjection

An expression of discontent, doubt, disdain, or annoyance.

Humph, I can't believe he didn't even apologize.
Visual representation of "humph" - An expression of discontent, doubt, disdain, or annoyance.

Often appears as...

  • humph
  • what a waste

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

noun

The sound or act of saying 'humph' as a way of expressing disapproval or annoyance.

With a humph, she turned away and crossed her arms.
Visual representation of "humph" - The sound or act of saying 'humph' as a way of expressing disapproval or annoyance.

Often appears as...

  • give a humph
  • with a humph

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

interjection

An expression of discontent, doubt, disdain, or annoyance.

Humph, I can't believe he didn't even apologize.
Visual representation of "humph" - An expression of discontent, doubt, disdain, or annoyance.

Often appears as...

  • humph
  • what a waste

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

noun

The sound or act of saying 'humph' as a way of expressing disapproval or annoyance.

With a humph, she turned away and crossed her arms.
Visual representation of "humph" - The sound or act of saying 'humph' as a way of expressing disapproval or annoyance.

Often appears as...

  • give a humph
  • with a humph

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "humph"
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Express Discontent

Used when someone is not happy with a situation, but not extremely angry.

Illustration for Express Discontent
He forgot your birthday? Humph, that's thoughtless.
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Mild Annoyance

Shows a slight irritation rather than deep anger.

Illustration for Mild Annoyance
They're out of chocolate ice cream? Humph, I'll settle for vanilla.
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Sarcastic Doubt

Can express skepticism or doubt about something said or presented.

Illustration for Sarcastic Doubt
You'll clean your room without being asked? Humph, we'll see.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Express Discontent

Used when someone is not happy with a situation, but not extremely angry.

Illustration for Express Discontent
He forgot your birthday? Humph, that's thoughtless.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Mild Annoyance

Shows a slight irritation rather than deep anger.

Illustration for Mild Annoyance
They're out of chocolate ice cream? Humph, I'll settle for vanilla.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Sarcastic Doubt

Can express skepticism or doubt about something said or presented.

Illustration for Sarcastic Doubt
You'll clean your room without being asked? Humph, we'll see.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Express Discontent

Used when someone is not happy with a situation, but not extremely angry.

Illustration for Express Discontent
He forgot your birthday? Humph, that's thoughtless.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Mild Annoyance

Shows a slight irritation rather than deep anger.

Illustration for Mild Annoyance
They're out of chocolate ice cream? Humph, I'll settle for vanilla.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Sarcastic Doubt

Can express skepticism or doubt about something said or presented.

Illustration for Sarcastic Doubt
You'll clean your room without being asked? Humph, we'll see.
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