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The noise from the hallway made it hard to read.
What does Noise mean?
Noise is sound that may be loud or unwanted.
Dictionary definition
Sound, especially loud, unwanted, or confusing sound.
Example sentences
Noise in a sentence
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The class listened carefully and described each noise they heard.
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Writers often use noise words to help readers imagine a busy scene.
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Practice 1
What does noise mean?
Sound, especially loud, unwanted, or confusing sound.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to noise?
Sound is close in meaning to noise.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is closest to the opposite of noise?
Silence contrasts with the meaning of noise.
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Partnoun.
MeaningNoise is sound that may be loud or unwanted.
ExampleExample: The noise from the hallway made it hard to read.
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Synonyms
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Hint for students
Noise is sound that may be loud or unwanted.
Common mix-up
Noise is not the same as silence. Noise means noise is sound that may be loud or unwanted.
Try it in class or at home
Read this model sentence: The class listened carefully and described each noise they heard. Clue words: class, listened, carefully. Underline clue words that show why noise fits instead of silence. Now write one new sentence that shows noise without using the word noise. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show noise?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The class listened carefully and described each noise they heard." Why does noise fit better than silence?
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