Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
deafening sound
adjective
/ˈdɛfənɪŋ/
Definition
A sound that is extremely loud, overwhelming, and often painful to the ears.
Examples
- The band played a deafening sound that made it hard to have a conversation.
- During the thunderstorm, a deafening sound shook the house.
- She screamed at the top of her lungs, creating a deafening sound that startled everyone.
Meaning
Deafening refers to sounds that are so intense that they can temporarily impair hearing or cause discomfort.
Synonyms
- Thunderous
- Ear-splitting
- Blasting
- Raucous
- Boisterous
