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hear

The word “hear” has 1 syllable: hear

It's pronounced as /hɪr/

What is synonym and antonym for hear?

In the thesaurus, “hear” has 61 synonyms and 23 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for hear along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for hear

Antonyms for hear

Meanings of hear

  • verb
    1. (stative) To perceive sounds through the ear.
    2. (stative) To perceive (a sound, or something producing a sound) with the ear, to recognize (something) in an auditory way.
    3. To exercise this faculty intentionally; to listen to.
    4. To listen favourably to; to grant (a request etc.).
    5. To receive information about; to come to learn of.
    6. (with from) To be contacted by.
    7. To listen to (a person, case) in a court of law; to try.
    8. To sympathize with; to understand the feelings or opinion of.

Example Sentences

  • I can hear music coming from the next room.
  • She leaned closer to hear what he was saying.
  • Did you hear that loud noise outside?
  • He was happy to hear the good news.
  • Please speak clearly so everyone can hear you.

On this page you'll find 84 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to hear, such as: apperceive, apprehend, ascertain, attend, auscultate, be advised, be all ears.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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