Synonyms for
Hearing
Definition
The ability to perceive sound; a legal proceeding at which evidence is presented to determine an issue.
Synonyms & similar words
deaf
try
hear
discover
findout
getword
learn
listening
pickup
senseofhearing
listen
auditorysense
audience
takeheed
audition
earreach
getaline
earshot
getwind
see
auditorymodality
audition
listening
earshot
trial
perception
acoustic
auditory
reception
test
examination
investigation
inquiry
hearing-impaired
deafness
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Common collocations
- hearing loss
- hearing aid
- hearing test
- hearing impaired
- hearing protection
- hearing damage
- hearing the news
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Usage note
The noun 'hearing' can refer to the physical ability to perceive sound, a legal proceeding, or the act of listening. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.
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Example sentences
- I am going to get my hearing tested.
- The judge presided over the hearing.
- My hearing was damaged due to loud noise.
- She used a hearing aid to help her hear better.
- The hearing-impaired student used sign language to communicate.
Quotes
The only true disability is the inability to accept and embrace diversity. Differences in ability are an asset, and should be celebrated. - Jennifer Wickham
Hearing is a form of touch. You feel it through your body, and sometimes it almost hits your face. - Evelyn Glennie
The hearing ear is always found close to the speaking tongue, a custom whereof the memory of man runneth not howsomever some have endeavored to expresse it by a pleasant allegory saying that Nature hath given us one tongue and two eares that we may hear from others twice as much as we speake. - Thomas Gainsford