hearing

[heer-ing] / ˈhɪər ɪŋ /

NOUN

ability to perceive sound

Synonyms

STRONG

audition detecting distinguishing ear earshot effect extent faculty listening perception range reach recording sense

WEAK

auditory auditory range hearing distance

NOUN

opportunity to present views, knowledge, or skill

Synonyms

STRONGEST

audit conference consultation discussion inquiry interview investigation meeting negotiation presentation reception review test trial

STRONG

admittance attendance attention audience audition chance congress council notice parley performance tryout

Antonyms

STRONG

ignorance neglect

Example Sentences

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Duterte is facing a four-day "confirmation of charges" hearing starting February 23, where judges decide whether the prosecution's allegations are strong enough to proceed to trial.

From Barron's

She had pushed back on suggestions from her daughter to have an open hearing, worried about cementing her status as the victim of a heinous crime.

From BBC

I’ve been doing this show for so long that it does start to wear on you a little bit hearing a lot of the trauma.

From Los Angeles Times

Recalling the moment she was told her half-sister was missing, Hazel, who has the same dad as April, could not believe what she was hearing.

From BBC

But hearing Louis Prima’s voice in “The Jungle Book” solidified his desire to become a singer.

From Los Angeles Times

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