silence
Definition
- n. the state of being silent (as when no one is speaking)
- n. the absence of sound
- v. keep from expression, for example by threats or pressure
Word forms
- Past participle
- silenced
- Past tense
- silenced
- Present participle
- silencing
- Third person singular
- silences
Example sentences
n.
The silence in the library was so calming that I could concentrate on my studies.
vt.
The teacher asked the students to silence their phones before the exam.
interj.
Silence! The movie is about to start.