How to Pronounce Deadened

To pronounce "deadened", say DEAD-en-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

DEAD-en-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “deadened”

"deadened" has 3 syllables: dead-en-ed. It rhymes with reddened, if that helps it stick.

What does deadened mean?

verb

  1. To render less lively; to diminish; to muffle.
  2. To become less lively; to diminish (by itself).

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Words that rhyme with deadened

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reddened

Related words

deaddullinsensitivedeadnessdeaderlifelesslifelessnessdeadest

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "deadened"?▾

"Deadened" has 3 syllables: dead · en · ed.

What does "deadened" mean?▾

Deadened: To render less lively; to diminish; to muffle.

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