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sibilant

adjective

/ˈsɪbɪlənt/

Meaning

Making or characterized by a hissing sound.

The word 'snake' starts with a sibilant sound.

hissing, whistling, susurrant, whispering

voiceless, muted, quiet

sibilant consonant, sibilant sound, sibilant noise, sibilant speech

reserved, modest, and shy

Acting or done quickly without thought or care; impulsive.

so foolish, unreasonable, or out of place as to be amusing

first; fundamental; primary; authentic

Of or requiring a form of computer control timing protocol in which a specific operation begins upon...

Showing great attention to detail or correct behavior.