Meaning & Definition of word "Voiceless"

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    Voiceless

    /ˈvɔɪs.ləs/

    adjective:

    • 1. Having no voice; silent or unable to speak.
      • Example: The voiceless cries of the abandoned animals echoed in the empty shelter.
    • 2. Not expressing opinions or emotions; unexpressed.
      • Example: In a world filled with powerful voices, the voiceless individuals often remain unheard.
    • 3. In linguistics, referring to a sound produced without vibration of the vocal cords.
      • Example: The voiceless sounds in the English language include the letters 'p', 't', and 'k'.

    Etymology

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

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the voiceless majority:

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

    Related Words

    voice:

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

    silence:

    The absence of sound or speech.

    mute:

    Unable to speak; silent.

    Slang Meanings of voiceless

    Meaning: Having no say in a situation

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

    Meaning: Feeling powerless

    Example Sentence: She felt completely voiceless in that argument.