Deafening

/ˈdɛf.ən.ɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

extremely loud; overwhelming in sound.

The band's performance was so electrifying that the applause was deafening.

causing a temporary inability to hear due to loudness.

The explosion created a deafening roar that shook the entire neighborhood.

so intense that it seems to drown out all other sounds.

The silence after the announcement was deafening.

Derived from 'deafen' + '-ing' to denote the action or process of making deaf.

deafening silence

A silence that is strikingly loud and noticeable, usually unexpected.

deafen

To make someone unable to hear, often temporarily.

deaf

Lacking the ability to hear; unable to perceive sound.

sound

The sensation produced by vibrations traveling through the air.

Loud enough to be annoying or unbearable.

That music is deafening; turn it down!

Making an overwhelming impact or impression.

The criticism was deafening; he couldn't escape its effects.