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silence - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
silence
Definition
(noun) the state of being silent (as when no one is speaking)
Example Sentence
there was a shocked silence
he gestured for silence
Definition
(noun) the absence of sound
Synonyms
:
quiet
Example Sentence
he needed silence in order to sleep
the street was quiet
Definition
(noun) a refusal to speak when expected
Synonyms
:
muteness
Example Sentence
his silence about my contribution was surprising
Definition
(noun) the trait of keeping things secret
Synonyms
:
secrecy
,
secretiveness
Definition
(verb) cause to be quiet or not talk
Synonyms
:
hush
,
hush up
,
quieten
,
shut up
,
still
Example Sentence
Please silence the children in the church!
Definition
(verb) keep from expression, for example by threats or pressure
Example Sentence
All dissenters were silenced when the dictator assumed power
Word used in video below:
text: have asked or for silence and silence I
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