Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
read-silently
verb
/riːd ˈsaɪləntli/
Definition
To read text without vocalizing the words, typically done in one’s mind to understand the content without speaking it aloud.
Examples
- He prefers to read silently in a quiet corner of the library.
- During the exam, students were instructed to read silently to themselves.
- Silently reading allows her to focus more on the material.
Meaning
The act of consuming written material without producing any sound, allowing for personal interpretation and comprehension.
Synonyms
- read quietly
- think through
- interpret mentally
