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🤫Silence

noun
/ˈsaɪ.ləns/
signification Silent
Silence definition card — visual illustration of the meaning Silence synonyms and antonyms card — visual word comparison Silence collocation card — common word combinations and phrases

Meaning

complete absence of sound; the refusal to speak or make noise
the absence of sound or noise
Complete absence of sound; quietness.

Example Sentences

The teacher asked for silence during the exam.

The silence in the room was deafening.

Silence filled the air near the graves.

Synonyms

quiet, stillness, hush, calm, quietness, peace
Entry 1
quiet, stillness, hush, calm
Entry 2
quiet, hush, stillness, calm
Entry 3
quietness, stillness, hush, peace

Antonyms

noise, sound, chatter, commotion, clamor, din
Entry 1
noise, sound, chatter, commotion
Entry 2
noise, clamor, din
Entry 3
noise, sound, clamor, din

Collocations

awkward silence, dead silence, moment of silence, break the silence, profound silence, heavy silence, eerie silence
Entry 1
awkward silence, dead silence, moment of silence, break the silence
Entry 2
dead silence, profound silence, heavy silence, eerie silence

More Example Sentences

I am confused by his sudden silence.

His silence was seen as disrespectful.

She deeply understands that silence can hurt.

She unintentionally misunderstood my silence.

The silence of that place deeply affected me.

She rarely understands why silence feels heavy.

I now understand that silence can be a sign of agreement in some cultures and disagreement in others.

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