Word of the Day

Resonant


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You’re listening to Lingo Phoenix’s word of the day for June 23.

Fairy Day

Today’s word is resonant, spelled r-e-s-o-n-a-n-t.

resonant /ˈrez.ən.ənt/ adjective

clear and loud, or causing sounds to be clear and loud

He has a deep, resonant voice.

Billy’s voice had a deep, resonant tone that was a pleasure to hear.

resonant with something literary

filled with a particular meaning, quality, or sound

His words were resonant with meaning.

We felt privileged to be the first group of Western visitors to enter the historic palace, resonant with past conflicts.

Though novel in form and plan, the Nielson is resonant with the great buildings of the past, and Ms. Lin’s own past.

— Michael J. Lewis, WSJ, 31 Mar. 2021

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