Comparative for failing to speak or communicate, especially when expected
“The audience is silent one moment and filled with laughter the next.”
Comparative for not expressed aloud
“I had no reply to Giorgio's claims about ancient aliens, only silent doubts.”
Comparative for not making or accompanied by any sound
“The room was completely silent other than the sound of dripping water from a corner of the room.”
(of weather or the elements) Comparative for still or calm in nature
“The wind was silent, and the cool breeze swept her hair back.”
(pronunciation) Comparative for not pronounced or sounded
“The letter k is silent in various words where the letter n follows it, like, knock, knickers, and knuckle.”
Comparative for unseen or hidden away
“There are many questions directed at him on the whereabouts of his silent partner.”
Comparative for having no effect or not in operation
“I believe the device is beyond repair since it has been silent for a while now.”
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