deafening

adjective13 collocationsAvg. frequency: 7.3

an uncomfortably noticeable and complete lack of sound (oxymoron)

a loud, deep, prolonged sound, as from a crowd or engine

an extremely loud and overwhelming sound

a general term for any kind of extremely loud sound

the sound of something blowing apart with great force

extremely loud clapping from an audience

the sound of a sudden, violent, and loud impact

a very loud shout of approval or encouragement

a loud, confused, and prolonged noise

a very loud, high-pitched cry of extreme emotion

an unpleasantly loud, jarring noise

a loud, ringing sound, such as of thunder or bells

a sound that gradually builds up to an extremely loud peak