Deafen

usgb/ˈdefn/
verb

To cause someone to lose their hearing.

The loud explosion could deafen a person nearby.
Visual representation of "deafen" - To cause someone to lose their hearing

Often appears as...

  • deafen someone
  • deafen by explosion
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Visual representation of "deafen"
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Literal Meaning

Used to describe actual hearing loss, often due to extreme noise exposure.

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Firefighters' sirens can deafen you without proper ear protection.
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Permanent Effect

Implies that the hearing loss might be irreversible.

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Regularly using power tools without earmuffs can deafen over time.
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Serious Tone

Often used in solemn or serious contexts due to its association with disability.

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The veterans were deafened in the line of duty.
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