Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

deave

Verb

/diːv/

Definition

To deafen or make unable to hear; to confuse or overwhelm with noise.

Examples

The noise from the construction work began to deave me, making it hard to focus.
She spoke so loudly at the party, it felt like she was trying to deave everyone the entire night.

Meaning

The act of causing someone to lose their ability to hear, often through loud sounds or commotion. It can also mean to distract someone to the point of confusion.