humph
Skeptical verbal scoff
Humph is a spelling that is supposed to be imitative of a grunt.
It is used to show contempt or disbelief.
Angry facial expression
- frownDisapproving facial expression
- disapprovalUnfavorable opinion expressed
- annoyanceState of being bothered
- irritationMild anger or inflammation
dissatisfaction · discontent · peeved · miffed · exasperation · disgruntlement · chagrin · pout
Low guttural sound
- mutterSpeak low and indistinctly
- murmurSoft, indistinct continuous sound
- nodBrief head tilt
- mmmVerbal pleasure hum
uh-huh · reluctant · begrudging · terse · curt · monosyllabic · noncommittal · gruff
Lack of firm belief
- disbeliefRejection of truth claims
- unconvincedNot yet believing
- dubiousOf uncertain reliability
- suspiciousInclined to distrust
incredulous · questioning · dismissive · unimpressed · scoff · scorn · cynical · wary
Shoulder gesture of uncertainty
- apathyAbsence of feeling
- unconcernedFeeling no worry
- nonchalanceCalm, casual composure
- disinterestAbsence of bias
detachment · blasé · unmoved · dismissive · whatever · meh · aloofness · boredom
scowl
Angry facial expression
- frownDisapproving facial expression
- disapprovalUnfavorable opinion expressed
- annoyanceState of being bothered
irritation · dissatisfaction · discontent · peeved · miffed · exasperation · disgruntlement · chagrin · pout · sulk
grunt
Low guttural sound
mmm · uh-huh · reluctant · begrudging · terse · curt · monosyllabic · noncommittal · gruff · taciturn
doubt
Lack of firm belief
- disbeliefRejection of truth claims
- unconvincedNot yet believing
- dubiousOf uncertain reliability
suspicious · incredulous · questioning · dismissive · unimpressed · scoff · scorn · cynical · wary · mistrust
shrug
Shoulder gesture of uncertainty
- apathyAbsence of feeling
- unconcernedFeeling no worry
- nonchalanceCalm, casual composure
disinterest · detachment · blasé · unmoved · dismissive · whatever · meh · aloofness · boredom · insouciance