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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Her coverage of the U.S. banking industry has forced a public apology from a CEO, been cited at congressional hearings and been featured on late-night talk shows.

From The Wall Street Journal

I know he’s not saying anything aloud, yet I also know I’m hearing exactly what’s in his head.

From Literature

“I remember growing up hearing rock music a lot back in my home country, the Czech Republic,” Dostal said.

From Los Angeles Times

Johnston and the others were used to hearing about volcanoes exploding.

From Literature

During a court hearing, Amazon claimed, among other things, that Saks had breached their deal, which included selling luxury products on the online giant’s website.

From The Wall Street Journal

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