Meaning & use
speechless
Temporarily unable to speak because of strong emotion such as shock, surprise, or admiration.
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She was left speechless when her coworkers surprised her with the award.
The judges sat speechless after the young singer's flawless performance.
A note on using this word
Speechless describes a temporary emotional reaction, unlike mute, which refers to a permanent inability to speak.
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