1
: producing a loud, deep sound that lasts for a long time
a resounding crash
2
: leaving no doubt : very definite
The play was a resounding [=great, huge] success.
a resounding victory
The class answered with a resounding no.
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“Resounding.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/resounding. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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