Meaning & Definition of word "Inaudible"

Inaudible

/ɪˈnɔː.də.bəl/

adjective:

  • 1. Impossible to hear or not audible.
    • Example: Her voice was so soft that it was almost inaudible over the noise of the crowd.
  • 2. Not capable of being heard.
    • Example: The speaker's words were inaudible due to the static on the line.
  • 3. Uttered in such a low volume that it cannot be perceived by the ear.
    • Example: He mumbled an inaudible apology before walking away.
  • 4. To such an extent that sound cannot be perceived.
    • Example: The whisper became inaudible as the train passed by.

Etymology

From Latin 'inaudibilis', meaning 'not able to be heard'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

loud and inaudible:

A situation where something is noisy but still can't be heard clearly.

inaudible response:

A reply that is not loud enough to be understood.

Related Words

audible:

Able to be heard.

soundless:

Without sound; silent.

muffler:

A device used to reduce the noise produced by a machine.

Slang Meanings of inaudible