Gurgle/ˈɡɜːrɡl/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Natural Imagery The verb 'gurgle' often paints a vivid picture of a natural scene or feeling. Listening to the gurgle of the stream, I felt at peace. Pro Tip 2/3Not Negative Despite being associated with upset stomachs, 'gurgle' is not always a negative sound. Her stomach gurgled, but she was just hungry, not ill. Pro Tip 3/3Auditory Experience Use 'gurgle' to describe sounds that are pleasant to listen to, like moving water. We relaxed to the gurgle of water in the fountain.