Dictionary Check: silence
"silence" is a valid word!
Scrabble
9
points
Words with Friends
12
points
Definition
noun
the state of being silent (as when no one is speaking)
Example:
"there was a shocked silence"
noun
the absence of sound
Example:
"he needed silence in order to sleep"
noun
a refusal to speak when expected
Example:
"his silence about my contribution was surprising"
noun
the trait of keeping things secret
verb
cause to be quiet or not talk
Example:
"Please silence the children in the church!"
verb
keep from expression, for example by threats or pressure
Example:
"All dissenters were silenced when the dictator assumed power"
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