inaudible

adjective

Definition of inaudiblenext
as in silent
impossible to hear She spoke so quietly that she was almost inaudible. The sound is inaudible to humans but can be heard by dogs.

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Recent Examples of inaudible Tornyol’s latest model, LeSonar2, features 32 ultrasonic emitters that produce ultrasonic pulses (inaudible to humans) which reflect off nearby objects or insects. — New Atlas, 26 July 2026 An inaudible heartbeat reverberates through the space at a frequency below human hearing, producing vibrations that can be felt by those standing nearby. — Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 21 July 2026 The audio of the sports stars’ heated conversation is largely inaudible, so Paul hopped online to offer his side of the story. — Angelique Jackson, Variety, 18 July 2026 If these systems are ever brought to market, the characteristic sound of an espresso machine could be replaced by the inaudible vibrations of ultrasound. — Javier Carbajal, Wired News, 20 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for inaudible
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inaudible
  1. silent
  2. faint
  3. hushed
Adjective
  • Don Henley compares the Eagles’ role there to the organist at a silent movie.
    — Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026
  • This was nearly a full day after the latest injury there, and park officials have remained silent about what necessitated the closure.
    — Blake Ellis, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of silent
Adjective
  • This stage begins when the moon enters the faint edges of Earth's shadow, called the penumbra.
    — Julia Gomez, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026
  • That year, the Perseids will peak in the glare of a waxing moon just four days from turning full, and the moonlight will hide many of the shower's fainter shooting stars.
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of faint
Adjective
  • The smell of freshly ground espresso and incense fills the air, and staff speak to patients in hushed, discreet tones, almost as if discussing state secrets.
    — Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • There was a buzz of excitement, but a hushed atmosphere with post-practice interviews and a Burrow news conference unfolding.
    — Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of hushed

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“Inaudible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inaudible. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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