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resonance

n. C / U
C1 Advanced US //ˈɹɛzənəns// UK //ɹˈɛzənəns// res·o·nance

n. the quality of a sound being deep and full. It also describes an idea or feeling that has a special meaning for you because you can relate to it.

n. the quality of being deep, full, and reverberating in sound; metaphorically, the power to evoke images, memories, or emotions. In technical contexts, it refers to the reinforcement of sound or vibration by reflection or synchronous vibration.


SIMPLE

The singer's voice has a beautiful resonance.

CONTEXTUAL

The politician's speech about family values had a strong resonance with the local community.

COMPLEX

The historical parallels in the novel provide a haunting resonance that lingers long after the final chapter, forcing the reader to confront contemporary social anxieties through a Victorian lens.

Synonyms
Origin

From Old French resonance (French résonance), from Latin resonantia (“echo”), from resonō (“I resound”).

Usage

Uncountable when referring to the general quality of sound; countable when referring to specific instances of emotional or physical impact.

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