Meaning Of The Word Silent

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silent
A place that is silent is completely quiet, with no sound at all. Something that is silent makes no sound at all.
If someone is silent about something, they do not tell people anything about it, because they think it is a private matter or because they want to keep the information secret.
If you describe someone as a silent person, you mean that they do not talk to people very much, and sometimes give the impression of being unfriendly.
Someone who is silent is not speaking.

silent in American English
making no vocal sound; not speaking; speechless; mute
adjective: making no sound; quiet; still
noun: silent films

silent in British English
adjective: characterized by an absence or near absence of noise or sound
noun: a silent film

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