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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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Brett Matsumoto, nominated for BLS commissioner, will face a Senate confirmation hearing on Wednesday for the critical data role.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

A hearing on the lawyers’ motion is scheduled for Aug. 11 in L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

When hearing a new artist for the first time, it’s natural to process the music in terms of genre.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

“I feel like I let Chris down by not seeing the look in his eyes, or not hearing a tone in his voice—not being able to read it.”

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

No. I couldn’t believe what I was hearing.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler

Vocabulary lists containing hearing

"Penny Problem"

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Vocabulary lists containing hearing

"Penny Problem"