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Decibel (Noun)

Meaning

A logarithmic unit of sound intensity; 10 times the logarithm of the ratio of the sound intensity to some reference intensity.

Classification

Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.

Examples

  • The fire alarm's loud screech measured 90 decibels, far exceeding the recommended safe level for human hearing.
  • A typical conversation between two people is around 60 decibels, while a rock concert can reach levels of over 120 decibels.
  • The city's noise ordinance prohibited sounds above 85 decibels after 10 PM to minimize disturbance to residents.
  • The sound engineer carefully adjusted the amplifier to ensure the music was at a comfortable 75 decibels for the audience.
  • The airport's noise level was measured at 95 decibels, making it difficult for passengers to carry on conversations while waiting for their flights.

Synonyms

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