deadened (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈded.ən/

Definition

To make something less strong, intense, or painful.

Examples

• The anesthetic was used to deaden the pain during the surgery.

• He tried to deaden his feelings of guilt by focusing on his work.

• The thick walls helped to deaden the noise from the street.

How to Use deadened

deaden the [noun] (collocation)

To reduce the intensity or effect of a noun. — "The thick carpet helped deaden the sound of footsteps."

Synonyms of deadened

Words with a similar meaning to deadened:

• dull
• numb
• muffle
• blunt

Antonyms of deadened

Words with the opposite meaning to deadened:

• intensify
• sharpen

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