What is the meaning of silenced?

verb

  • Cause to be quiet or not talk.
    • usage: "Please silence the children in the church"
  • Keep from expression, for example by threats or pressure.
    • usage: "All dissenters were silenced when the dictator assumed power"

adjective

  • Reduced to silence.
    • usage: "the silenced crowd waited expectantly"
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