Deaf and Deafen

Deaf

Deaf verb - Make or render deaf.

Deafen is a synonym for deaf. In some cases you can use "Deafen" instead a verb "Deaf". popular alternative

Nearby Words: deafness, deafly

Deafen

Deafen verb - Make or render deaf.
Usage example: a deafening noise
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Synonyms for Deafen

Deaf is a synonym for deafen. You can use "Deaf" instead a verb "Deafen".

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