word
Silent
SY-luhnt
/ˈsaɪlʌnt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
silent
Dictionary meaning
Unable to speak because of hereditary deafness.
Examples
- A silent dog whistle.
- The silent `h' at the beginning of `honor'.
Synonyms: dumb
People also look up
Ephemeral
ih-FEM-er-ul
Mellifluous
muh-LIF-loo-us
Perspicacious
pur-spi-KAY-shus
Obsequious
uhb-SEE-kwee-us
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