noise
3 antonyms and opposites of noise, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A sound, especially one that is loud, unwanted, or unpleasant.
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How to use noise
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French noise ("dispute, strife"), of uncertain deeper origin, possibly related to Latin words for "disgust" or "harm."
Full origin of noise →Frequently asked questions
What does “noise” mean?
The word “noise” means a sound, especially one that is loud, unwanted, or unpleasant. In plain terms, unwanted or random sound, or by extension, meaningless clutter in information or data.
How do you pronounce “noise”?
“Noise” is pronounced NOIHZ (/ˈnoɪ̯z/ in IPA).
How do you use “noise” in a sentence?
Here is “noise” used in a sentence: “The construction noise outside made it hard to concentrate.”
What is another word for “noise”?
Words with a similar meaning to “noise” include cacophony, clamour, clash, commotion, din and disquiet.
What is the opposite of “noise”?
The opposite of “noise” — its antonyms — are calm, quiet and silence.
What part of speech is “noise”?
Depending on how it is used, “noise” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “noise” come from?
The word “noise” comes from Latin. From Old French noise ("dispute, strife"), of uncertain deeper origin, possibly related to Latin words for "disgust" or "harm.".
Is “noise” a common word?
“Noise” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A1 level.
What is the difference between noise and sound?
Sound is any vibration our ears can detect, whether pleasant or not, such as music, speech, or birdsong. Noise is usually sound we do not want: loud, harsh, or distracting, like traffic or a drill. Every noise is a sound, but only unwanted or unpleasant sound is normally called noise.
Can noise be measured?
Yes. Noise is measured in decibels (dB), a scale showing how loud a sound is. A quiet library sits around 30 dB, normal conversation about 60 dB, and heavy traffic or machinery well above 80 dB. Prolonged exposure to high decibel levels can be harmful, which is why noise is closely monitored at work.
Is noise harmful?
It can be. Regular exposure to loud noise, roughly above 85 decibels, can gradually damage hearing, and sudden very loud sounds can harm it at once. Unwanted noise also disturbs sleep, raises stress, and makes it hard to concentrate. This is why workplaces and cities set limits on noise levels.