/ˈsaɪ.lənt/
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Meaning
Making no sound at all.
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Word origin
From Latin silens, from silere, meaning to be quiet.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- silens
- English cognates
- silence
Examples
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"Silent" means with no sound at all.
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A person who is "silent" says nothing.
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A "silent" letter is written down but not said.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 21, lesson 8: silent, chuck, directly and 7 more words.