When the motor stopped, the silence was almost deafening.
noun The act of refraining from speaking.
"You have the right to silence," said the police officer.
noun Refraining from speaking, for purposes of prayer or meditation; especially, a form of worship practiced by the Society of Friends (Quakers) during meetings.
During silence a message came to me that there was that of God in every person.
verb To make (someone or something) silent.
Can you silence the crowd, so we can start the show?
verb To repress the expression of something.
Women, as well as children, have their thoughts or emotions routinely silenced.