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silent
Example
The silent forest was only disturbed by the occasional rustle of leaves.
She tiptoed through the silent house, careful not to wake anyone.
1.1
(of a person) choosing to remain quiet or not express oneself verbally
Example
He was silent throughout the meeting, preferring to listen rather than speak.
She sat silent, lost in her own thoughts, during the conversation.
02
(of a letter) written but not pronounced in a word
Example
In the word " knowledge, " the " k " is silent, so it is pronounced just like " now-l-edge. "
The " b " in " thumb " is silent, which is why the word is pronounced " th-um " without the " b " sound.
03
(of a movie) lacking spoken dialogue
Example
The silent film captured the audience with its expressive performances and dramatic music.
He enjoyed watching silent movies from the 1920s, appreciating the artistry without words.
04
operating in a way that goes unnoticed or without immediate recognition
Example
He made a silent exit from the party, slipping out without anyone noticing.
High blood pressure is often called a silent killer because it shows no symptoms but can lead to serious health problems.
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sil
Verb
silent
Adjective
silently
Adverb
silently
Adverb
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