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Maya was speechless when she saw the surprise party.
What does Speechless mean?
Speechless means unable to speak for a moment because of surprise, joy, or shock.
Dictionary definition
Unable to speak for a moment because of surprise, joy, or shock.
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What does speechless mean?
Speechless means unable to speak for a moment because of surprise, joy, or shock.
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Which word is closest in meaning to speechless?
Stunned is close in meaning to speechless in this context.
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speech · lus · strongest beat: speech
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WordSpeechless.
Partadjective.
MeaningSpeechless means unable to speak for a moment because of surprise, joy, or shock.
ExampleExample: Maya was speechless when she saw the surprise party.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- speech · lus
- Strongest beat
- speech
- Ending
- lus
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on speech.
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Synonyms
Words like Speechless
stunnedUse when someone is so surprised they pause.
Antonyms
Opposite words
talkativeUse when someone speaks a lot.
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Look for clues that show someone is too surprised or moved to talk.
Common mix-up
Speechless does not mean someone cannot speak forever; it usually means a short pause.
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