ringing

ringing

adj

Definition of RINGING

1

: clear and full in tone : resounding <a ringing baritone>

2

: vigorously unequivocal : decisive <a ringing condemnation of immorality>

— ring·ing·ly \-iŋ-lē\ adverb

Examples of RINGING

1. Do you hear that ringing sound?
2. <an angry, ringing denial of the charges>

First Known Use of RINGING

14th century

Related to RINGING

Synonyms: blaring, blasting, booming, clamorous, clangorous, deafening, earsplitting, piercing, plangent, resounding, loud, roaring, slam-bang, sonorous, stentorian, thundering, thunderous

Antonyms: gentle, low, soft

Related Words: brazen, dinning, discordant, noisy, obstreperous, raucous, rip-roaring, vociferous; grating, harsh, overloud, sharp, shrill, squealing, strident

Near Antonyms: dead, quiet, silent, still, stilly, ultraquiet; calm, dreamy, peaceful, restful, serene, soothing, tranquil; hushed, muffled, muted, softened, toned (down)

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Rhymes with RINGING

springing, stringing, swinging