Deadening

Synonyms of deadening

• numbing
• depressing
• dulling

Antonyms of deadening

• exciting
• invigorating
• stimulating

Collocations of deadening

deadening silence

Frequency: 80 %

The deadening silence in the room made everyone uncomfortable.

deadening effect

Frequency: 65 %

The constant noise had a deadening effect on his concentration.

deadening routine

Frequency: 60 %

The deadening routine of his daily life left him feeling uninspired.

deadening numbness

Frequency: 45 %

The cold water caused a deadening numbness in his fingers.

Idiomatic Expressions for deadening

• Phrase: deadening effect
  Meaning: a dulling or numbing impact on emotions or senses
  Usage: The constant rain had a deadening effect on her mood, making her feel gloomy and unmotivated.