Synonyms for

Heard

Verb / hɜ:d / Another word for heard — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To perceive or become aware of something through the ears.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

perceived apprehended detected discerned

Informal

caught picked up got twigged

Literary

overheard apprehended

Antonyms

unheard unnoticed unperceived silent quiet unattended

Common collocations

  • heard the news
  • heard a noise
  • heard from someone
  • heard about it
  • heard the story
  • heard a sound
  • heard a whisper

Word family

noun hearing
verb hear
adjective audible
adverb audibly

Usage note

The past tense and past participle of 'hear' is 'heard'. It is often used with prepositions like 'of' or 'about' to indicate knowledge or information.

Example sentences

  1. I heard a loud noise and it scared me.
  2. I heard my mom calling my name from the kitchen.
  3. Did you hear the thunderstorm last night?
  4. I heard my favorite song on the radio this morning.
  5. I heard that theres going to be a snowstorm tomorrow.

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