resonance
|res-o-nance|
/ˈrɛzənəns/
echoing sound
Etymology
'resonance' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'resonantia,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'sonare' meant 'to sound.'
'resonantia' transformed into the Old French word 'resonance,' and eventually became the modern English word 'resonance' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to sound again,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings related to sound quality and emotional impact.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality in a sound of being deep, full, and reverberating.
The resonance of the singer's voice filled the hall.
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Noun 2
the reinforcement or prolongation of sound by reflection or by the synchronous vibration of a neighboring object.
The resonance of the guitar strings was enhanced by the wooden body.
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Noun 3
the ability to evoke or suggest images, memories, and emotions.
The poem had a deep resonance with the audience.
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