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SILENCE

(noun, verb, interj.)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Silence.

How to pronounce silence:

Silence - as a noun

The state of being silent (as when no one is speaking)

Example: "There was a shocked silence"

The absence of sound

Example: "He needed silence in order to sleep"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
quiet
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
sound property
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
sound

A refusal to speak when expected

Example: "His silence about my contribution was surprising"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
muteness

The trait of keeping things secret

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
secrecysecretiveness
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
uncommunicativeness
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Silence - as a verb

Cause to be quiet or not talk

Example: "Please silence the children in the church!"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hushhush upquietenshut upstill
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
conquerstamp downsubduesuppress
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Keep from expression, for example by threats or pressure

Example: "All dissenters were silenced when the dictator assumed power"

Silence - as an interjection

Be silent.

Example: "Silence! enough of your insolence!"

Example Sentences

"The room fell into silence after the professor finished speaking."
"She found solace in the peaceful silence of the countryside."
"The awkward silence between them grew more uncomfortable with each passing second."
"His silence on the matter spoke volumes about his guilt."
"The library was filled with a hushed silence as people immersed themselves in books."
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Word Game Points

Is SILENCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, silence is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SILENCE has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is SILENCE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, silence is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SILENCE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is SILENCE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, silence is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SILENCE has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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