SPEECHLESS Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

speechless

adjective

ˈspēch-ləs

Definition of speechless

as in silent

deliberately refraining from speech he remained speechless, even in the face of outrageous accusations

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as in mute

unable to speak if only this poor, speechless animal could tell us what's wrong with it

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Recent Examples of speechless Crockett was speechless when Tapper informed him that was not the case. — Bryan Pietsch, BostonGlobe.com, 4 Jan. 2023 For what seemed like the 100th time in about 20 minutes, Kevin de León was speechless, his jaw slack, his eyes as wide and blank as a deer caught in headlights. — Erika D. Smithcolumnist, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2022 My sister immediately gave me a bearhug and my mama was legitimately speechless, but the most powerful reaction came from my father. — James Boyd, The Indianapolis Star, 29 July 2022 Jose was nearly speechless as he was handed the microphone to say a few words. — Olivia Lloyd, Sun Sentinel, 21 July 2022 See All Example Sentences for speechless

Recent Examples of Synonyms for speechless

Adjective

But like many people who often turn to humor in uncomfortable situations, Iain attempted to make a few jokes, while Holly Revord remained totally silent.

— Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2026
In the last stretch of Slam Frank, the show turns serious, as Anne’s silent sister Margot starts talking.

— Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of silent

Adjective

Instead of the pops of yellow included in the original design, Stone’s NYFF look went with muted grays and beiges.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026
With the crowd on its feet still hoping for a comeback, pinch-hitter Gavin Sheets struck out to end it and the Brewers had a muted celebration on the field.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 Oct. 2026