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adjective · noun

echoing

adj. · n.
US /ˈɛkoʊɪŋ/ UK /ˈɛkəʊɪŋ/ echo·ing

  1. 01 B2 Upper Intermediate

    adj.describing a sound that repeats or a large, empty space where sounds bounce off the walls.

    adj.characterised by the reflection of sound waves from surfaces; describing an acoustic environment with high reverberation.

    Simple

    Their footsteps made a loud noise in the long, echoing hallway.

    In context

    The cathedral's echoing interior amplified the choir's voices, creating a haunting atmosphere that lingered long after the final note.

    reverberatingresoundingringing
    muffleddeadened
  2. 02 C1 Advanced Literary

    adj.repeating or being very similar to something that was said or done before.

    adj.reflecting or imitating a previously expressed sentiment, style, or idea.

    Simple

    The politician's speech was echoing the concerns of many local families.

    In context

    The author's latest novel contains echoing themes of loss and redemption that mirror his earlier, more celebrated works.

    mimickingparallelingreflecting
  3. 03 C1 Advanced Formal

    n.the act of a sound repeating or the act of repeating someone's words.

    n.the occurrence or process of sound reflection; the verbal repetition of another's words or sentiments.

    Simple

    The constant echoing of the drums made it hard to hear the singer.

    In context

    The deliberate echoing of the witness's testimony by the prosecutor was intended to highlight inconsistencies in the defendant's alibi.

    repetitionreverberation

In response to a request for comment on Tuesday, McMahon sent a statement to Al Jazeera echoing Trump’s push.

Al Jazeera· 9 Sept 2026
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Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
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