past verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

silenced, muffled, quiet, silent

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Example Sentences

Example:The instructor shouted to silence the whispering in the class.

Definition:To end the sound of something with absolute quiet; to make silent.

From silenced

Example:The car's engine sounded muffled as it drove through the tunnel.

Definition:Sound that is partly stopped or made to sound partially inaudible, as it passes through a medium or from behind a covering that deadens it.

From muffled

Example:She enjoyed the quiet after a long day at work.

Definition:Lack of or freedom from noise, disturbance, or activity.

From quiet

Example:The library was silent as patrons read in solemn silence.

Definition:Without sound; quiet.

From silent