bass

adjective

ˈbās How to pronounce bass (audio)
Definition of bassnext
as in deep
having a low musical pitch or range a man with an impressive bass voice

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  1. deep
  2. low
Adjective
  • Many of his supporters harbor deep frustration and anger at the American for-profit healthcare system.
    — David Goldman, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Not to be cheated in front of the largest assembly of Hall of Famers since the 2008 All-Star Game at Yankee Stadium, Schwarber flew out twice to deep center field.
    — Dan Hayes, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of deep
Adjective
  • Although the market has adapted and prices have remained relatively low considering the historic supply shock during the war, that’s in large part because demand for oil collapsed and China drew down its massive oil stockpiles.
    — David Goldman, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026
  • His velocity has continued to sink lower than his average speed in past seasons.
    — Johnny Flores Jr, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of low
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“Bass.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bass. Accessed 18 Aug. 2026.

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