tinnitus

noun/tɪˈnaɪtəs/

Frequency rank: #15,363 most common English word

Meaning

a ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound heard in the ears with no external source.

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Example sentence

After the loud concert, she experienced tinnitus that kept her awake all night.

Synonyms & related words

  • ringing
  • buzzing
  • hissing

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