(1) They tried to hush up the matter they hijacked a lorry driver. (2) A sudden hush fell over the room as the head teacher entered. (3) A hush fell over the meeting-room. (4) There was a deathly hush after she made the announcement.

Where is hush used?

Definition of hush

(used as a command to be silent or quiet.) to become or be silent or quiet: They hushed as the judge walked in. to make silent; silence. to suppress mention of; keep concealed (often followed by up): They hushed up the scandal.

What is the synonym of hush?

Synonyms for hush. calm (down), chill out.

Why do Jamaicans say hush?

Other English speakers may hear this word and wonder why they’re being told to shut up but for Jamaicans, “hush” is an expression of empathy and/or sympathy. The word is useful in many different situations such as comforting someone who is sick or grieving, or empathizing with someone facing a problem at work.

What is a hush hush relationship?

Something that is hush-hush is secret and not to be discussed with other people. [informal] Apparently there’s a very hush-hush project under way up north. They were desperate to keep the marriage hush-hush.

Is Hush an onomatopoeia?

When this occurs, it is called onomatopoeia (a Greek word meaning name-making “), for the sounds literally make the meaning in such words as “buzz,” “crash,” “whirr,” “clang” “hiss,” “purr,” “squeak,” “mumble,” “hush,” “boom.” Click here for onomatopoeia practice.

Which word goes with hushed?

muffled,muted,quieted.

What type of word is Hush?

Hush can be a verb or a noun.

What is meant by a hush descended on the crowd and why did this happen?

Answer: Explanation: a hush descended on the crowd is similar to the idiom ‘a hush fell over ‘ which means that a sudden silence was seen in the crowd/room/people. hope it is helpful for.

What is the plural of hush?

Answer. The noun hush is uncountable. The plural form of hush is also hush.

What is Hush day?

On Hush Day, students were instructed to share their hearts with the right person. Alana Brandt, Editor. February 11, 2015. The response to Student Council’s newest initiative has created more of a buzz than a hush.

What are some harsh words?

harsh
bitter,brutal,burdensome,cruel,excruciating,grievous,grim,hard,

What is the synonyms of rude?

OTHER WORDS FOR rude

1 uncivil, unmannerly, curt, brusque, impertinent, impudent, saucy, pert, fresh. 2 unrefined, uncultured, uncivilized, uncouth, coarse, vulgar, rough.

What does PON mean Jamaican?

pon (Conjunction)

Meaning/Description: on.

What can you not say to a Jamaican?

Jamaicans can be some of the nicest people you’ll meet but get on their wrong side and their insults will most certainly be stinging and blunt.

9 Things You Never Want To Hear A Jamaican Say About You
Mi Spirit Nuh Tek To Dem. Mi Spirit Nuh Tek To Dem. Yuh a crassis. Yuh too bad mind. Yuh ave no brothupsy. Yuh a get bun.

Is the word patois offensive?

The word assumes the view of such languages being backward, countrified and unlettered, thus patois being potentially considered offensive when used by outsiders.