Definition

Not making any noise; quiet or silent.

Example

The room was hush as everyone listened to the speaker.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new hush policy at work?

Yeah, I think it's supposed to keep things quiet around the office.

It feels a bit strange to have such a hush atmosphere, don’t you think?

Definitely! It's like we're all walking on eggshells.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To stop making noise and become quiet.

Example

The teacher asked the students to hush so they could hear the announcement.

Conversation

Can you believe how loud the party is?

I know, right? It's hard to concentrate on anything.

Maybe we should find a quiet spot where we can hush things down a bit.

Definition

A period of silence or quietness, especially after there has been noise.

Example

After the loud concert, there was a hush over the crowd.

Conversation

Did you notice how there was a sudden hush when the concert started?

Yeah, it was like everyone was holding their breath in excitement.

I love those moments right before the music kicks in; it's so intense!

Definition

To make someone or something quiet or calm, often by asking them to stop talking or making noise.

Example

She tried to hush the baby so he would go to sleep.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Can you help me hush the kids for a bit?

Sure! They can be so loud sometimes.

Yeah, I need to focus on my work.

Root Explanation

The word 'hush' originates from Middle English 'hushe', which is an imitative word, meaning to silence or quiet. It is used to describe the act of making someone quiet or to request silence.

Memory Tip

Think of the sound 'hush' as a gentle way to ask for quiet — it directly relates to the meaning of silencing or quieting someone.

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