CONSONANCE Synonyms: 82 Similar and Opposite Words

consonance

noun

ˈkän(t)-s(ə-)nən(t)s

Definition of consonance

as in symmetry

a balanced, pleasing, or suitable arrangement of parts at present, the living room lacks consonance because all of the furniture is on one side

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as in accordance

a state of consistency in good writing there is always consonance of thought and expression, as the use of simple words for simple thoughts

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Recent Examples of consonance Multitracked saxophones swarm over a pit of molten bass frequencies, slipping between sentimental consonance—you might momentarily be reminded of Vangelis’ Blade Runner score—and eerie discord. — Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 25 Mar. 2026 The song amounts to a masterpiece not just in how images move within the restricted space of a pop song, but also in rhyme and off-rhyme and consonance. — Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2025 Dissonance dissolves into consonance, consonance is drowned in dissonance. — Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 27 June 2024 The simile is novel and yet the sort of thing a young woman would think; there is assonance and consonance seesawing across the sentence, which is slow and gorgeous rather than quick and thrilling. — Joanna Biggs, Harper's Magazine, 2 Feb. 2024 See All Example Sentences for consonance

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Noun

And from a design standpoint, the trust said that the project will dwarf the main residence of the White House, at 55,000 square feet, while disrupting to symmetry of the structure and the surrounding buildings.

— Ted Johnson, Deadline, 21 Aug. 2026
Google also removed the temperature sensor from the camera bar to create more symmetry on the back—and to make space for HiLight.

— Florence Ion, PC Magazine, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of symmetry

Noun

The plot moves in accordance with how characters evolve in their relationships — and Hal’s actions often inform the drama’s larger crises.

— David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 1 Aug. 2026
In Germany, teams are run in accordance with what is known as the 50+1 rule.

— Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 27 July 2026

Definition of accordance

Noun

Cook noted there needs to be a healthy harmony between being by yourself and being with other people.

— Amen Galinato, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
Haircut 100 is a band that many fans have lost touch with, providing a thrilling reminder of the peppy harmonies that helped define one of the finest eras of British pop.

— Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of harmony

Noun

Booze, black pepper, and leather accords give the note a sultry, noir bend, while white musks and soft florals transform vanilla into something comforting and cocooning.

— Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 25 Aug. 2026
In November 2008, agreement was reached on far-reaching trade accords, including direct shipping, expansion of weekly passenger flights from 36 to 108, and introduction of up to 60 cargo flights per month.

— Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of accord

Noun

There’s no mistaking the pop sensibilities that made this song cross over for the country star, from the Carpenters-worthy soft-pop charm of that piano intro to the lush orchestration on the bridge.

— Ed Masley, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
The production will feature scenic design by Jason Sherwood, costume design by Linda Cho, lighting design by Jen Schriever, sound design by Nevin Steinberg, music supervision and orchestrations by Sam Davis, and music direction by Rick Hip-Flores.

— Greg Evans, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of orchestration

Noun

The study said the object, which left a greenish discoloration on her palate, was unlikely to be a coin, as the proportions of copper to gold did not correspond to those found in historical alloys.

— Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
One survey suggests ‘productivity theater’ is widespread in workplaces today, with a majority of employees, and an even higher proportion of more managers, doing exactly this.

— Barnaby Lashbrooke, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of proportion

Noun

Tokayev, who has sought to maintain a delicate balance between Moscow and the West since sanctions were imposed on Russia over the war in Ukraine, has justified the changes by citing the need for rapid decision-making in a fast-changing world.

— ABC News, ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026
For members who fall above that income range, HAAM offers a more limited subsidy, covering 50% of their premium balances.

— Olivia Aldridge, NPR, 23 Aug. 2026

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