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deafness Synonyms

Another word for deafness

Choosing another word for deafness depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The condition of lacking the power of hearing, or of having significantly impaired hearing.

Usage Example

"Prolonged exposure to loud industrial machinery without ear protection can lead to permanent hearing loss."

Strongest
hearing loss
Strong
anacusis

• noun (Context 2)

An unwillingness or refusal to listen, heed, or respond to an appeal, argument, or criticism.

Usage Example

"The administration was criticized for its apparent indifference to the concerns of local residents."

Strong
indifference
insensitivity
unresponsiveness
heedlessness
inattention

Opposites of deafness

The opposite of deafness shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

hearing
responsiveness
attentiveness
heedfulness
receptiveness
See all opposites of deafness

• Nearby Words

deafeningly
deafish
deafly
deafness
deal
dealbreaker
dealer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Deafness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/deafness
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