Hearing — synonyms, hearing antonyms, definition

1. hearing (a)

audible auditory

2. hearing (Noun)

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hearing (Noun) — The ability to hear; the auditory faculty. ex. "his hearing was impaired" ex. "his sense of hearing was impaired"

hearing (Noun) — (law) a proceeding (usually by a court) where evidence is taken for the purpose of determining an issue of fact and reaching a decision based on that evidence.

hearing (Noun) — The range within which a voice can be heard.

hearing (Noun) — An opportunity to state your case and be heard. ex. "they condemned him without a hearing"

hearing (Noun) — The act of hearing attentively. ex. "they make good music--you should give them a hearing"

hearing (Noun) — A session (of a committee or grand jury) in which witnesses are called and testimony is taken. ex. "the investigative committee will hold hearings in Chicago"

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3. hearing (Adjective)

deaf

hearing (Adjective) — Able to perceive sound.

4. hearing (Verb)

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hearing (Verb) — Perceive (sound) via the auditory sense.

hearing (Verb) — Get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally. ex. "I heard that she has two grown-up children"

hearing (Verb) — Examine or hear (evidence or a case) by judicial process. ex. "The jury had heard all the evidence"

hearing (Verb) — Receive a communication from someone. ex. "We heard nothing from our son for five years"

hearing (Verb) — Take careful note; follow advice. ex. "We must hear the expert before we make a decision"

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