Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Silencing.
Silencing - as a noun
The state of being silent (as when no one is speaking)
Example: "There was a shocked silence"
The absence of sound
Example: "He needed silence in order to sleep"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
quiet14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
sound propertyHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
sound6A refusal to speak when expected
Example: "His silence about my contribution was surprising"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
muteness10The trait of keeping things secret
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
secrecy14secretiveness18Hypernyms (Closely Related)
uncommunicativenessHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Silencing - as a verb
Cause to be quiet or not talk
Example: "Please silence the children in the church!"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hush10hush upquieten16shut upstill5Hypernyms (Closely Related)
conquer18stamp downsubdue9suppress12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Keep from expression, for example by threats or pressure
Example: "All dissenters were silenced when the dictator assumed power"
Example Sentences
"The silencing of the protesters by the police was met with outrage."
"The silencing of whistleblowers is a grave concern for society."
"The researchers faced backlash for their findings, resulting in the silencing of their work."
"The silencing of dissenting voices in authoritarian regimes is commonplace."
"The company's attempt at silencing negative reviews only fueled further criticism."
Word Game Points
Is SILENCING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, silencing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SILENCING has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is SILENCING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, silencing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSILENCING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is SILENCING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, silencing is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSILENCING has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
