verb
1.
to utter (words or ejaculations) hastily, explosively, and sometimes indistinctly
pompously sputtering his objections
Synonyms: rip (out), spit, splutter
Related Word: ejaculate, eject, throw (out); gibber, jabber; bluster, heckle, hector, rage, rant, rave, storm
2.
to make a series of sudden short crackling or popping sounds
bacon sputtering in the pan
Synonyms: spatter, spit, splutter
Related Word: crackle, pop; hiss