Synonyms for Deaf (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (make or render deaf):
deafen
WordNet sense 2 ((usually followed by `to') unwilling or refusing to pay heed):
indifferent
WordNet sense 3 (marked by or paying little heed or attention):
heedless, thoughtless, unheeding
WordNet sense 4 (having a hearing loss):
hearing-impaired
WordNet sense 5 (caused to hear poorly or not at all):
deafened
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