Definitions

hearing

[heer-ing] / ˈhɪər ɪŋ /

NOUN

ability to perceive sound

Synonyms

STRONG

audition detecting distinguishing ear earshot effect extent faculty listening perception range reach recording sense

WEAK

auditory auditory range hearing distance

NOUN

opportunity to present views, knowledge, or skill

Synonyms

STRONGEST

audit conference consultation discussion inquiry interview investigation meeting negotiation presentation reception review test trial

STRONG

admittance attendance attention audience audition chance congress council notice parley performance tryout

Antonyms

STRONG

ignorance neglect

Example Sentences

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Hearing exes’ reflections helped me see more of the good that can sometimes come from splitting up.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Here’s what the committee is trying to change: In North Carolina, the Disciplinary Hearing Committee of the state bar is currently composed of 26 members, including eight nonlawyers.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

"Hearing was greatly improved in many of the participants, which can have a profound effect on their life quality. We will now be following these patients to see how lasting the effect is."

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

Hearing that her leg had been found, Brenda said: "I didn't think I'd ever be swimming in the sea again. I'm going to be able to now so that is absolutely brilliant."

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

Hearing this, Wilbur threw himself down in an agony of pain and sorrow.

From "Charlotte's Web" by E.B. White

Vocabulary lists containing hearing

"Penny Problem"

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Vocabulary lists containing hearing

"Penny Problem"