silence

Definition

  • noun: a lack of sound or noise
  • noun: forbearance from speech or noise
  • verb: to cause (someone or something) to stop speaking or making noise
  • verb: to compel or reduce to silence
  • often used interjectionally
  • synonyms: muteness, quiet, answer

Examples

  • We must break 50 years of 'silence' on issues like the government's involvement in assassination and espionage.

  • You don't have to 'suffer in silence'. [=suffer or be unhappy without saying anything]

  • There seems to be a 'conspiracy of silence' as far as his resignation is concerned.

Movie quotes

  • (..) just fiind someone who can go-- But I probably should mention the little thing that happens at night. - I'll do it. - Yes, but after sunset-- Silence! I will make this Princess Fiona my queen, Captain, assemble your fiinest men. We're going to have a tournament. (..)
    2001 Shrek
  • (..) That's another thing we have in common. Like, I hate it when you got somebody in your face. You're trying to give them a hint, and they won't leave. There's that awkward silence. - Can I stay with you? - Uh, what? Can I stay with you, please? - Ofcourse! - Really? (..)
    2001 Shrek