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deafening

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Adj — So loud it seems to overwhelm the ability to hear anything else.

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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.

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