Definition

A substance or material that reduces or eliminates sound, often used in construction to make spaces quieter.

Example

The studio was lined with deadening to prevent outside noise from disturbing the recording.

Conversation

I was thinking about soundproofing my room to avoid distractions.

That's a great idea! Do you know what kind of deadening material you want to use?

I heard that foam panels work really well for that purpose.

Yeah, foam panels are a good choice; they can really help with the deadening effect.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Deadening → It is formed from "dead" (from Old English "dead", meaning no longer alive) and "-ening" (a suffix indicating a process or action). The word "deadening" refers to the process of making something dead or less lively.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'dead' to remember that 'deadening' means the process of making something less lively or inactive.

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