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Meaning of silent

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

silent

Pronunciation:/ˈsaɪlənt/

noun

Definitions

  1. That which is silent; a time of silence.

  2. A silent movie

adjective

Definitions

  1. Free from sound or noise; absolutely still; perfectly quiet.

  2. Not speaking; indisposed to talk; speechless; mute; taciturn; not loquacious; not talkative.

  3. Keeping at rest; inactive; calm; undisturbed.

    Example: The wind is silent.

  4. (pronunciation) Not pronounced; having no sound; quiescent.

    Example: Silent letters can make some words difficult to spell.