Meaning of deafening silence | Babel Free
Definitions
A noteworthy silence, or absence of response, especially one signifying disapproval or lack of enthusiasm.
idiomatic, uncountable, usually
Equivalents
Examples
“The suggestion that they work through the holidays met with deafening silence.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.