deafness Meaning & Definition
/ˈdɛfnəs/
What Does Deafness Mean?
As a noun, deafness means The condition of being deaf; the lack or loss of the ability to hear. It is also used to mean Lack of knowledge or refusal to admit a particular problem, issue, etc.
Deafness at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈdɛfnəs/ |
| Plural | deafnesses |
Deafness Definition (Noun)
- The condition of being deaf; the lack or loss of the ability to hear.
- Lack of knowledge or refusal to admit a particular problem, issue, etc.
their deafness to her cries
Synonyms of Deafness
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Deafness synonyms and antonyms →Deafness in a Sentence
their deafness to her cries
Word Forms & Grammar
deafness (countable and uncountable, plural deafnesses)
Origin of Deafness
From Middle English deefnesse; equivalent to deaf + -ness.