word
Silence
SY-luhns
/ˈsaɪlʌns/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
silence
Dictionary meaning
A refusal to speak when expected.
Examples
- Their silence about my contribution was surprising.
- The silence of the forest was relaxing compared to the din of the city.
Synonyms: muteness
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