chime in

verb

chimed in; chiming in; chimes in

intransitive verb

1

: to combine harmoniously

the artist's illustrations chime in perfectly with the text

—Book Production

2

: to break into a conversation or discussion especially to express an opinion

transitive verb

: to remark while chiming in

Synonyms

• break in
• chip in [chiefly British]
• cut in
• interpose
• interrupt
• intrude

Examples of chime in in a Sentence

“I don't like that show at all,” my friend chimed in

unfortunately, his views on child rearing don't chime in with those of his new wife, who has two children from a previous marriage

Recent Examples on the Web

Cynthia, the eternal mediator, chimes in with her signature wisdom, nodding to her own turbulent friendships with Nene and Kenya. —Shelby Stewart, Essence, 12 May 2025

Many viewers, and fellow pet adopters, chimed in with support and relatable stories. —Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 May 2025

Here, real estate experts and home decor specialists chime in with their favorite curb appeal trends for 2025. 1. —Kristine Gill, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 May 2025

What Parents Had to Say One parent chimed in to remind commenters that sometimes kids insist on kissing on the lips, despite parents’ minor objections. —Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 24 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1681, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense 1

Rhymes for chime in

• caiman
• hymen
• liman
• thymine

Kids Definition

chime in

verb

: to break into or join in a conversation or discussion