Susurrous
soo-SUR-us
Definition
(adjective) Characterized by soft, whispering, or rustling sounds.
Example
The susurrous murmur of wind through the leaves made the forest feel alive yet utterly peaceful.
Word Origin
From Latin susurrare — “to whisper.”
Fun Fact
Writers use susurrous to evoke atmosphere—especially scenes filled with gentle natural sound. In poetry, it often describes leaves, grasses, or water moving softly enough to feel intimate, as though nature is whispering secrets. The word is onomatopoetic, meaning its sound imitates its meaning: the repeated “s” mimics the very hush it describes.