Definition of Silence

Noun

  • the trait of keeping things secret
  • a refusal to speak when expected
    "his silence about my contribution was surprising"
  • the absence of sound
    "he needed silence in order to sleep"
    "the street was quiet"
  • the state of being silent (as when no one is speaking)
    "there was a shocked silence"
    "he gestured for silence"

Verb

  • keep from expression, for example by threats or pressure
    "All dissenters were silenced when the dictator assumed power"
  • cause to be quiet or not talk
    "Please silence the children in the church!"
    - shut up - hush up
Based on WordNet 3.0, Farlex clipart collection. © 2003-2012 Princeton University, Farlex Inc.

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Unscramble silence

106 unscramble word found using the letters silence.
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