noun
- A disorder of the vocal organs that results in the loss of voice.
- synonyms: aphonia
- Speaking softly without vibration of the vocal cords.
- synonyms: whisper, whispering, susurration
- Having no voice in the management or control of affairs.
- usage: "the voicelessness of those who live in situations of hopelessness"
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