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Synonyms & Similar Words
muted
quiet
still
hushed
noiseless
soundless
voiceless
speechless
dumb
inarticulate
unspoken
tacit
implicit
wordless
expressionless
inexpressive
reserved
restrained
subdued
stifled
suppressed
muffled
stilled
softened
faint
whispered
low
gentle
calm
peaceful
serene
tranquil
motionless
frozen
static
immobile
Meaning of Silent
The primary meaning of the word "Silent" is being quiet or making no noise.
Definitions
- Making no sound
- * Refraining from speaking or making noise
- * Uncommunicative or unresponsive
Etymology of Silent
The word "Silent" has its roots in Latin, derived from "silere," which means "to be quiet" or "to be still"
It entered the English language in the 14th century and has been used to describe the absence of sound or noise since then
Example Uses
- The library was silent, except for the sound of pages turning
- * She remained silent throughout the meeting, preferring to listen rather than speak
- * The silent majority of the population did not express their opinions publicly
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
loud
noisy
boisterous
vociferous
clamorous
tumultuous
raucous
strident
shrill
piercing
earsplitting
deafening
thunderous
sonorous
resonant
reverberant
articulate
eloquent
voluble
loquacious
garrulous
talkative
chatty
verbose