Yammering: meaning, definitions and examples

continuous talking

Yammering refers to the act of talking loudly or persistently, often in a way that may be annoying to others. It usually implies a level of excessive chatter or babbling. This term can also describe situations where someone is engaging in unnecessary conversation, distracting from the main topic. In informal contexts, it can be associated with gossiping or rambling about trivial matters.

babble, chatter, gossip, jabber, ramble

Examples of usage

• She was yammering about her weekend plans.

• The children were yammering excitedly at the birthday party.

• Stop yammering and listen to what I have to say.