Illustrated Silence scene — AI-generated artwork behind this film's word search puzzle
A free Silence (2016) word search you can play straight in the browser. The 12-word list draws on characters, props, locations, and themes, hidden across a 15×15 grid in every direction. Drag through the letters to mark a word off.
Directed by Martin Scorsese · Adventure, Drama, History · Released 2016.
Words to find: RODRIGUES, GARPE, KICHIJIRO, NAGASAKI, SILENCE, FAITH, PRAYER, CROSS, ROSARY, CANDLE, INCENSE, BOAT.
Every word on the list appears exactly once. Words can run forwards or backwards, so scan both directions before you move on.
Silence word list, defined
SILENCE/ˈsaɪləns/ · noun, verb
The state or fact of being completely quiet, or the omission of sound. To refrain from speaking or making noise. Related: quiet, stillness, silence, hush.
FAITH/feɪθ/ · noun
Complete trust or confidence in someone or something, especially without requiring proof. In religious contexts, a strong belief in God or in the doctrines of a religion, based on spiritual conviction rather than evidence. Related: trust, belief, confidence, conviction.
PRAYER/ˈpreɪər/ · noun, verb
A devout petition to a deity or higher power, typically expressed in words or music. To ask or beg for something, especially in a humble or respectful manner. Related: petition, supplication, invocation, intercession.
CROSS/krɒs/ (UK), /krɔːs/ or /krɑːs/ (US) · noun, verb, adjective
A mark shaped like an X, or a structure with two intersecting bars; as a verb, to go from one side to the other, or to place one thing over another. Related: intersect, traverse, span, ford.
ROSARY/ˈroʊsəri/ · noun
A series of beads or other objects used for counting prayers, typically worn around the neck or held in the hand. A string of beads used for counting prayers, especially in the Catholic Church. Related: chaplet, beads, prayer beads, worry beads.
CANDLE/ˈkændəl/ · noun
A cylinder or block of wax with a central wick that is burned to give light; also, a unit of luminous intensity (the candela, formerly called the candle). Related: taper, wax light, lamp, lantern.
INCENSE/ɪnˈsɛns/ · noun
A substance that gives off a fragrant smoke when burned, typically in a ritual or ceremonial context. A sweet or pleasant smell. Related: perfume, scent, fragrance, odor.
BOAT/boʊt/ · noun (also verb)
A boat is a small to mid-sized vessel that travels on water, typically one propelled by oars, sail, or an engine and small enough to be carried on a larger ship. As a verb, it means to travel in or transport by such a vessel. Related: vessel, craft, ship, yacht.