silenced
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈsaɪlənsd/
KK: /ˈsaɪlənsd/
adjective
Definition
Made quiet or unable to make noise.
Example
The silenced gun was used for stealthy operations.
Conversation
Did you hear that new gadget is completely silenced?
Yeah, I heard it works wonders for noisy environments.
I could really use something silenced for my home office.
Definitely! It would make working so much more pleasant.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
muted
quieted
hushed
Antonyms
loud
noisy
boisterous
verb
Definition
To make someone unable to speak or express themselves, often by force or pressure.
Example
The loud noise silenced the crowd, making it impossible to hear anything else.
Tense Forms
Past: silenced
Past Participle: silenced
Conversation
Did you hear how the teacher silenced the class during the presentation?
Yeah, it was impressive how quickly everyone quieted down.
I thought it was a bit too harsh at first, though.
Root Explanation
Silenced → It is formed from "silence" (from Latin "silentium", meaning the state of being quiet) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a completed action). The word "silenced" means to have caused someone or something to be quiet or to have made them stop speaking.
Memory Tip
Think of the state of being quiet ('silence') and remember that 'silenced' means having made someone or something quiet.
Visually Confused Words
unsilenced
scienced
science