Opposite of informal or casual talk amongst people
Opposite of the excess use of words, especially using more than are needed for clarity or precision
Opposite of idle talk or chatter
“An awkward silence filled the room as the crowd waited in bated breath for the magician to complete his death-defying stunt.”
Opposite of a confused noise made by a number of voices
Opposite of communication by spoken words
“To the deaf and dumb, under instruction, dactylology is useful as a means of communication between them and their teacher.”
Opposite of abounding in words or containing more words than necessary
Opposite of tending to talk a lot
Opposite of in an acutely disturbed state of mind characterized by restlessness, illusions, and incoherence
Opposite of present participle for to engage in (typically meaningless or unimportant) speech, dialog or conversation
“What you see is a young politician, who has an ability to articulate his views like an experienced statesman.”
Opposite of present participle for to reveal something secret or confidential by talking carelessly
“Despite the repeated physical beating, he would remain steadfast and keep quiet.”
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