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overhear

[ˌəʊvəˈhɪə(r)]

overhear Definition

hear (someone or something) without meaning to or without the knowledge of the speaker.

Using overhear: Examples

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

  • Example

    I overheard a conversation between my boss and her assistant.

  • Example

    She was talking so loudly that I couldn't help overhearing what she said.

  • Example

    I didn't mean to overhear, but they were speaking so loudly in the next room.

overhear Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for overhear

Phrases with overhear

  • be unable to concentrate or think clearly because of noise or other distractions

    Example

    With all the construction noise outside, I can't even overhear myself think.

  • used to describe a very quiet or silent situation

    Example

    After the teacher scolded the class, you could hear a pin drop as everyone sat in silence.

  • learn about something indirectly or through rumors

    Example

    I overheard through the grapevine that the company is planning to lay off some employees.

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Summary: overhear in Brief

'Overhear' [ˌəʊvəˈhɪə(r)] means to hear someone or something unintentionally or without the speaker's knowledge. It is often used to describe accidentally hearing a conversation or picking up information that was not intended for the listener. 'Overhear' can be used in phrases like 'overhear oneself think,' 'overhear a pin drop,' and 'overhear through the grapevine.'