silent

US /ˈsaɪlənt/

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UK /'saɪlənt/

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adjecitve

  • Without making any noise; soundless
  • Usually speaking very little
  • Not speaking or making noise
  • Refusing to discuss or talk about an issue

Examples

I could not keep silent any longer. The street lay silent and deserted. She sat silent throughout the meal.

The street was strangely silent.