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Meaning of deafening silence | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

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.

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