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Meaning of silences
The primary meaning of the word "silences" refers to a state of being silent or quiet.
Etymology of silences
The word "silences" originates from the Old French word "silence", which is derived from the Latin word "silentium", meaning "a being silent"
Historically, the word "silence" has been used in English since the 13th century to describe a state of quietness or stillness
Synonyms
quietness
stillness
muteness
noiselessness
hush
calmness
serenity
peacefulness
tranquility
soundlessness
speechlessness
inaudibility
uncommunicativeness
reserve
reticence
taciturnity
mumness
dumbness
wordlessness
voicelessness
soundlessness
inarticulateness
unexpressiveness
stoicism
impassiveness
composure
coolness
collectedness
self-control
Definitions
- The state of being silent, quiet, or still
- * A period of time when someone or something is silent or quiet
- * The act of refraining from speaking or making noise
Usage Examples
- The library was filled with silences as students studied for their exams
- * The silences between them were awkward and uncomfortable
- * The teacher asked the class to observe a moment of silence to respect the occasion
Antonyms
noise
sound
clamor
din
uproar
commotion
disturbance
tumult
turbulence
unrest
chaos
disorder
loudness
boisterousness
vociferousness
garrulousness
loquaciousness
volubility
articulateness
expressiveness
eloquence
fluency
garrulity