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resounding

|re-sound-ing|

B2

/rɪˈzaʊndɪŋ/

(resound)

echoing sound

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent Participle
resoundresoundsresoundedresoundedresounding
Etymology
Etymology Information

'resounding' originates from the Latin word 'resonare,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'sonare' meant 'to sound.'

Historical Evolution

'resonare' transformed into the Old French word 'resoner,' and eventually became the modern English word 'resound' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to sound again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'making an echoing sound.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

making an echoing sound; loud and clear.

The resounding applause filled the auditorium.

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Adjective 2

unmistakable; emphatic.

The resounding victory was celebrated by the entire team.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35