Silence (Noun)
Meaning 1
The trait of keeping things secret.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
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- The company's policy of silence regarding employee salaries led to much speculation and gossip among the staff.
- Her silence about her past was a source of mystery and intrigue to those who knew her.
- The government's silence on the issue was seen as a tacit admission of guilt by many in the opposition.
- The detective was impressed by the suspect's silence during the interrogation, which only added to his suspicions.
- The family's silence about the scandal was a testament to their loyalty and discretion.
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Meaning 2
The state of being silent (as when no one is speaking); "there was a shocked silence"; "he gestured for silence".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The silence in the room was deafening after the announcement was made.
- There was a stunned silence when the winner's name was revealed.
- She asked for silence from the audience before the concert began.
- The protesters observed a moment of silence in memory of the victims.
- A silence fell over the dinner table when the argument began.
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Meaning 3
The absence of sound; "he needed silence in order to sleep"; "the street was quiet".
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Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
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Meaning 4
A refusal to speak when expected; "his silence about my contribution was surprising".
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Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.