hiss meaning and definition

HISS noun

Definition of hiss (noun)

1. a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval)
   • "the performers could not be heard over the hissing of the audience"
   • synonyms: fizzle, hissing, hushing, sibilation
2. a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt
   • synonyms: bird, boo, Bronx cheer, hoot, raspberry, razz, razzing, snort

HISS verb

Definition of hiss (verb)

1. make a sharp hissing sound, as if to show disapproval
   • synonyms: sibilate, siss, sizz
2. move with a whooshing sound
   • synonyms: whoosh
3. express or utter with a hiss
   • synonyms: sibilate, siss, sizz
4. show displeasure, as after a performance or speech
   • synonyms: boo
   • antonym: acclaim