deaf
Pronunciation: [dɛf]
Word
Context: "ability"
(adjective) when a person is unable to hear sounds at all or cannot hear very well. This means they might not be able to hear music, voices, or other everyday sounds.
Example
She is deaf, but she communicates using sign language beautifully.
Example
He can hear everything; he is not deaf at all.
Example
Is your friend deaf, or can she hear well?
Context: "attention"
(adjective) when someone ignores what is being said or does not listen to someone else's advice. This is not about hearing; it’s more about paying attention.
Example
He was deaf to her suggestions and chose to do things his own way.
Example
She was not deaf to the important advice her coach gave her; she listened carefully.
Example
Why are you deaf to my warnings about playing near the road?
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