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deaf

[def]

deaf Definition

unable to hear or having impaired hearing.

Using deaf: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "deaf" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She was born deaf and communicates through sign language.

  • Example

    He became deaf after a car accident.

  • Example

    The concert was interpreted for the deaf audience members.

  • Example

    The school provides accommodations for deaf students.

deaf Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for deaf

  • deafened
  • hearing-impaired
  • hard of hearing
  • auditorily challenged

Antonyms for deaf

Phrases with deaf

  • completely unable to hear anything

    Example

    He was stone deaf and relied on lip-reading to communicate.

  • to be ignored or disregarded, especially when asking for help or making a request

    Example

    Her pleas for better working conditions fell on deaf ears.

  • completely unable to hear anything, often used humorously

    Example

    I've been calling his name for five minutes, but he's deaf as a post.

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Summary: deaf in Brief

'Deaf' [def] refers to the inability to hear or having impaired hearing. It is often used to describe individuals who communicate through sign language or require accommodations in educational settings. 'Stone deaf' describes complete hearing loss, while 'fall on deaf ears' means to be ignored or disregarded. 'Deaf as a post' is a humorous expression for complete hearing loss.

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