Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

aphonous

adjective
/ˈeɪ.fə.nəs/
Definition
lacking sound; silence or noiseless.
Examples
  • In the aphonous library, you could hear a pin drop.
  • The aphonous environment of the forest made it a perfect spot for meditation.
Meaning
The term aphonous refers to something that does not produce sound or is characterized by silence.
Synonyms
  • silent
  • noise-free
  • soundless