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wotw: sonrous


word of the week: sonrous
word of the week: sonrous

 Pronunciation: suh-nawr-uhs

 

Definition: Sonorous describes a sound that is deep, rich, and full in tone, often with a melodious or resonant quality.

 

Part of speech: Adjective

 

Synonyms: resonant, booming, deep, full, rich, vibrant, melodious, thunderous, imposing, majestic

 

Antonyms: thin, weak, feeble, tinny, shrill, discordant, flat, muted, dull

 

Example: The sonorous bells of the cathedral rang out, echoing through the town on the solemn occasion.

 

"Sonorous" is commonly used to describe sounds that have a profound and impressive quality, typically associated with deep tones and a sense of resonance. It can refer to the sounds of musical instruments, voices, or even natural phenomena like thunder.

 

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