deaf
adjectiveHow to pronounce deaf:
Definition of deaf:
- deaf (adjective):
- unable to hear
- having total or partial hearing loss
- lacking or deprived of the sense of hearing wholly or in part.
- of or relating to people who have total or partial hearing loss
Synonyms for deaf:
deaf as a post
deaf-and-dumb
deaf-mute
deafened
hard of hearing
hard-of-hearing
hearing-impaired
profoundly deaf
tone-deaf
unhearing
without hearing
Antonyms for deaf:
acquainted
attentive
aware
careful
caring
cognizant
concerned
conscious
conversant
grounded
hearing
heedful
in the loop
informed
interested
knowing
listening
mindful
suspicious
understanding
willing
witting
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