Resonant

Pronunciation: /ˈrɛzənənt/

Definitions of resonant

adjective describing a sound that is deep, clear, and continuing to sound or echo

Example Sentences

A1 The bell made a resonant sound when it was struck.

A2 The singer's resonant voice filled the concert hall.

B1 The resonant frequency of the guitar strings produced a beautiful tone.

B2 The resonant vibrations of the music could be felt throughout the room.

C1 The resonant quality of the speaker's voice captivated the audience.

C2 The resonant echoes of the cathedral added to the solemnity of the ceremony.

Examples of resonant in a Sentence

formal The speaker's resonant voice filled the auditorium, capturing the attention of every audience member.

informal The music from the concert was so resonant, it could be heard from blocks away.

slang That new speaker system is so resonant, it's like having a concert in your living room.

figurative Her words had a resonant impact on the audience, leaving a lasting impression on everyone who heard them.

Grammatical Forms of resonant

• past tense: resonated
• plural: resonants
• comparative: more resonant
• superlative: most resonant
• present tense: resonates
• future tense: will resonate
• perfect tense: has resonated
• continuous tense: is resonating
• singular: resonant
• positive degree: resonant
• infinitive: to resonate
• gerund: resonating
• participle: resonating

Origin and Evolution of resonant

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'resonant' originated from the Latin word 'resonant-', derived from the verb 'resonare' which means 'to resound'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to sound waves or vibrations that produce a deep, clear, and continuing sound, the term 'resonant' has evolved to also describe ideas, emotions, or qualities that evoke a strong response or connection in people.