Deafness Definition

dĕfnĭs
noun

The condition of being deaf; the lack or loss of the ability to hear.

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(figuratively) Lack of knowledge or refusal to admit a particular problem, issue, etc.
Their deafness to her cries.
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Synonyms:
  • hearing loss

Other Word Forms of Deafness

Noun

Singular:
deafness
Plural:
deafnesses

Origin of Deafness

  • From deaf +"Ž -ness.

    From Wiktionary

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