Voiceless

/ˈvɔɪs.ləs/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Having no voice; silent or unable to speak.

The voiceless cries of the abandoned animals echoed in the empty shelter.

Not expressing opinions or emotions; unexpressed.

In a world filled with powerful voices, the voiceless individuals often remain unheard.

In linguistics, referring to a sound produced without vibration of the vocal cords.

The voiceless sounds in the English language include the letters 'p', 't', and 'k'.

From the combination of 'voice' and the suffix '-less', implying absence.

the voiceless majority

A significant group that lacks representation or power to express their opinions.

voice

The sound produced by humans or animals using their vocal cords.

silence

The absence of sound or speech.

mute

Unable to speak; silent.

Having no say in a situation

In that board meeting, I felt so voiceless, nobody listened to my ideas.

Feeling powerless

She felt completely voiceless in that argument.