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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Both cases were sent to Sheffield Crown Court for a hearing on 1 June, and both were remanded in custody.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Brinkema has scheduled a hearing for June 12 in the case.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Niki’s musical genius is frequently alluded to, dreams deferred by his hearing disorder, and Woodall physically communicates that repressed frustration.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

No date has yet been announced for the first court hearing.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

But it was funny hearing it from Maya-Jade, who was also kind of a lot.

From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman

Vocabulary lists containing hearing

"Penny Problem"

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"Penny Problem"