1
as in symmetric
having the parts agreeably related
the temples and palaces of ancient Greece are among the most consonant buildings in architectural history
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2
as in consistent
not having or showing any apparent conflict
his gentle behavior is consonant with his expressed belief in pacifism
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Recent Examples of consonant
Her harmonic language is largely consonant, owing something to John Adams perhaps in its drawing at liberty on all seven notes of the major scale, spotlighting some pitches in a rhythmically free idiom.
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Christian Hertzog, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Mar. 2023
These would then subside into subdued textures marked by consonant harmonies.
—Dallas News, 23 Feb. 2022
They were consonant with the goals of No Child Left Behind (NCLB), a bipartisan piece of federal legislation supported by both Republican Speaker of the House John Boehner and Democratic stalwart Sen. Ted Kennedy.
—Gary Marvin Davison, Star Tribune, 17 Feb. 2021
That’s not really consonant with a sustainable civilization.
—Gemma Tarlach, Discover Magazine, 27 Aug. 2013
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Christian Hertzog, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Mar. 2023
These would then subside into subdued textures marked by consonant harmonies.
—Dallas News, 23 Feb. 2022
They were consonant with the goals of No Child Left Behind (NCLB), a bipartisan piece of federal legislation supported by both Republican Speaker of the House John Boehner and Democratic stalwart Sen. Ted Kennedy.
—Gary Marvin Davison, Star Tribune, 17 Feb. 2021
That’s not really consonant with a sustainable civilization.
—Gemma Tarlach, Discover Magazine, 27 Aug. 2013
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consonant
Adjective
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An adequate business connection-building organization customarily structures its groups around confidential discussion boards, consistent conferences or meetings, and like-minded experiences.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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While alarming, this trend is consistent with earlier analyses of national datasets.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Plans start around $45 per month and offer speeds up to 940 Mbps, with symmetrical upload and download speeds for a fast, reliable connection.—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Almost all of the rooms are perfectly symmetrical, a true testament to perfect coordination between roommates' parents.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
1 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Another cool feature is DirectStorage (when paired with compatible hardware) for near-instant asset loading in expansive open-world games.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
31 Aug. 2025
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As always, all Evercade cartridges are fully compatible with any Evercade console or HyperMegaTech!—
David Jagneaux,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The harmonic effort has earned the SNL alumna an Emmy nomination, alongside song co-writers Greenbaum and Sean Douglas.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
26 Aug. 2025
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His own timbre of a voice mixes well with his multiple harmonic partners and the various goofy turns he is tasked with implementing.—
David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
8 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Emotional quotient, or the ability to understand and manage emotions, improves decision making by drawing on human experience for more balanced, effective, and inclusive results.—
Paul Hudson,
Fortune,
2 Sep. 2025
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Conversely, if immigration remains strong, the labor market may stay balanced, wage growth more moderate, and pressure to automate may be slightly less urgent in the near term.—
Steven Dudash,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Garner State Park in Concan, Texas, has some of the state’s most beautiful fall foliage—and the sights are especially beautiful along the Frio River, which is lined with elegant cypress trees.—
Amanda Ogle,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Sep. 2025
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Shop One-Of-A-Kind Stores Clothing And Home Goods Notable retail options in the area include The Shaggy Ram, which sells a variety of elegant imports from England and France, and Tully Rector, a clothing store that has been open in Middleburg for more than 30 years.—
Caroline Rogers,
Southern Living,
31 Aug. 2025
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“Consonant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consonant. Accessed 5 Sep. 2025.
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