sound effects

plural noun

: effects that are imitative of sounds called for in the script of a dramatic production (such as a radio show) and that enhance the production's illusion of reality

Examples of sound effects in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The flames have three brightness settings and six crackling sound effects. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 7 Sep. 2026

In a corner of the park designed for 2 to 5-year-olds, colorful faux-houses named after units of electricity (volts, ohms, watts and amps) feature fake solar panels and buttons which activate sound effects and control small lights. — Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2026

The recreation is populated with people, animals, sound effects, and audio explanations. — Margherita Bassi, Popular Science, 3 Sep. 2026

Books Audiobooks go Hollywood Readers are increasingly looking for immersive audiobook experiences, with music, sound effects or full-cast narration by notable names. — Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1909, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for sound effects

• analects
• architects
• dialects
• disconnects
• intellects
• interjects
• intersects
• recollects
• redirects
• affects
• aspects
• bisects

Kids Definition

sound effects

plural noun

: effects that imitate sounds called for in the script of a play, radio or television program, or motion picture