1. to make a low, guttural sound expressing doubt, dissatisfaction, or thoughtfulness
Usage: third person singular present tense of 'humph'

1. a low, guttural sound made to express doubt, disapproval, or contemplation
Usage: plural form of 'humph'; often used as an interjection

Examples

• He humphs skeptically at the proposal.
• She humphs in disapproval when she hears the excuse.
• The old man humphs and shakes his head.
• His humphs of doubt filled the awkward silence.
• When asked about the plan, she just humphs and walks away.
• The audience humphs and murmurs during the controversial speech.