resound

verb

re·​sound ri-ˈzau̇nd How to pronounce resound (audio)
 also  -ˈsau̇nd
resounded; resounding; resounds

intransitive verb

1
: to become filled with sound : reverberate
2
a
: to sound loudly
the gunshot resounded
b
: to produce a sonorous or echoing sound
3
: to become renowned

transitive verb

1
: to extol loudly or widely : celebrate
2
3
: to sound or utter in full resonant tones

Examples of resound in a Sentence

The organ resounded throughout the church. His speech resounded throughout the world.
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Word History

Etymology

Middle English resounen, from Middle French resoner, from Latin resonare, from re- + sonare to sound — more at sound entry 1

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of resound was in the 14th century

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Cite this Entry

“Resound.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/resound. Accessed 29 Nov. 2023.

Kids Definition

resound

verb
re·​sound ri-ˈzau̇nd How to pronounce resound (audio)
1
: to become filled with sound : reverberate
the hall resounded with cheers
2
: to sound loudly
the organ resounds throughout the hall
3
: to become renowned

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