Definition of "silent"

Kid-friendly meaning of silent, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "silent" mean?

silent (adjective) — making no sound at all.

Part of speechAdjective Syllables2 (si·lent)

Example sentences using "silent"

Grade K–2
The room was silent.
Grade 3–5
The whole library went silent the moment the strict librarian walked into the room.
Grade 6–8
A truly silent room is harder to find than you might think, since most spaces have a faint hum from refrigerators or traffic you only notice once everything else stops.

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