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unmute Synonyms
Another word for unmute
Choosing another word for unmute depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To restore the sound or audio output of (a microphone, speaker, electronic device, or participant in a virtual call) after it has been silenced.
Usage Example
"Please turn on your microphone when it is your turn to ask a question during the webinar."
Strong
turn on
• verb (Context 2)
To restore notifications, posts, or messages from (an account, user, or conversation thread) on social media or a messaging platform after having hidden them.
Usage Example
"She decided to unblock the group chat once the event planning was finalized."
Weak
unblock
Opposites of unmute
The opposite of unmute shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
mute
silence
dampen
muffle
hide
block
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Unmute. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/unmute