Deglottalize is a verb that means to speak without using the glottis, also known as the vocal cords. There are several synonyms for deglottalize that can be used in different contexts. For example, the phrase "vocal fry" is commonly used to describe a specific way of speaking that involves a deep, creaky voice without using the glottis. Other synonyms for deglottalize include "breathy voice", "voiceless phonation", "whispering", and "sibilant consonant". These words can be used interchangeably depending on the situation, such as when discussing speech therapy, voice acting, or linguistics research. Regardless of the specific synonym used, deglottalize refers to a unique way of speaking without using the usual vocal mechanisms.