deafening
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for deafening, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — So loud it seems to overwhelm the ability to hear anything else.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use deafening
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
deafening roar
deafening silence
deafening applause
Frequently asked questions
What does “deafening” mean?
The word “deafening” means so loud it seems to overwhelm the ability to hear anything else. In plain terms, extremely loud, or (used ironically) an extremely noticeable silence.
How do you pronounce “deafening”?
“Deafening” is pronounced DEH-fuh-nihng (/ˈdɛfənɪŋ(ɡ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “deafening” in a sentence?
Here is “deafening” used in a sentence: “The explosion was deafening.”
What part of speech is “deafening”?
“Deafening” is an adjective.
