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Synonyms & Similar Words
listen
perceive
discern
detect
discover
notice
observe
attend
heed
mark
mind
regard
take in
comprehend
understand
apprehend
grasp
gather
learn
ascertain
determine
find out
become aware
realize
recognize
acknowledge
be informed
be told
overhear
eavesdrop
pick up
catch
make out
distinguish
identify
hear out
hear of
hear from
hear about
Meaning of Hear
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "hear" means to perceive sound with the ear, or to be informed of something.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "hear" as to perceive sound by the ear, or to gain knowledge of something.
- Cambridge Dictionary states that "hear" means to listen to someone or something, or to receive information about something.
Example Uses
- I didn't hear what you said, can you repeat it?
- She heard the news about the concert and immediately bought tickets.
- The judge will hear the case and make a decision.
- Can you hear the music coming from next door?
- I heard that the new restaurant is very good.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
ignore
disregard
neglect
overlook
miss
mishear
misunderstand
be deaf
be unaware
be oblivious
not listen
tune out
turn a deaf ear
refuse to hear
reject
deny
dispute
contradict
be ignorant
be uninformed
be misinformed
remain silent
keep quiet
not utter
not speak