decibels
The word “decibels” has 3 syllables: dec-i-bels
It's pronounced as /ˈdɛsɪbəlz/
What is synonym and antonym for decibels?
In the thesaurus, “decibels” has 2 synonyms and 4 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for decibels along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for decibels
- noise
- roar
Antonyms for decibels
- quiet
- silence
- still
- stillness
Meanings of decibels
- noun
- A common measure of sound intensity ratio that is one tenth of a bel on the logarithmic intensity scale. It is defined as dB = 10 log10(P1 / P2), where P1 and P2 are the relative powers of the sound.
Example Sentences
- The sound of the jet engine measured over 120 decibels, which is extremely loud.
- A whisper typically registers at about 30 decibels on the sound scale.
- Prolonged exposure to noise above 85 decibels can harm your hearing.
- The concert reached dangerous decibels, prompting the audience to wear earplugs.
- Scientists recorded the noise level at 50 decibels in the quiet neighborhood.
On this page you'll find 6 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to decibels, such as: noise, quiet, roar, silence, still, stillness.
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