ECHO Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

echo 1 of 2

verb

Definition of echo

as in to sound

to continue or be repeated in a series of reflected sound waves my calls for help echoed off the walls of the abandoned mine shaft

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

as in to repeat

to say after another the little brats sassed the babysitter by echoing in a singsong voice everything she said

Synonyms & Similar Words

echo

2 of 2

noun

ˈe-(ˌ)kō

as in follower

a person who adopts the appearance or behavior of another especially in an obvious way a younger sister who was her echo all the while that they were growing up

Synonyms & Similar Words

as in trace

a tiny often physical indication of something lost or vanished a few stone carvings are the only echoes that remain of a once-mighty civilization

Synonyms & Similar Words

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of echo

Verb

Kagan, often seen as a bridge-builder, echoed that approach in her comments Thursday, which followed her testimony before Congress alongside conservative Justice Amy Coney Barrett last week on security threats and other issues facing the court. — Gene Johnson, Fortune, 24 July 2026 That view was echoed by Jeffrey Egler, the chief medical officer at the telehealth company Noom. — Tom Bartlett, The Atlantic, 24 July 2026

Noun

While people communicate using sounds within a range that bats can hear, many bat species rely on their highly sensitive hearing to detect much higher-frequency sounds, especially the echoes from their own calls during echolocation. — Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 24 July 2026 Sarandos’ comments echo remarks Head of UCAN Scripted Series Jinny Howe made to Deadline last week. — Peter White, Deadline, 16 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for echo

Recent Examples of Synonyms for echo

Verb

From faux foliage on the ceiling to animal sounds playing softly in the bathroom stalls, the whole experience feels as if the Rainforest Cafe was rebranded for adults with deep pockets.

— Connie Ogle July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
No Instagram gimmicks, no fusion nonsense, just the best version of something that sounds simple but isn't.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026

Definition of sound

Verb

This summer will not repeat the last, where 14 new players arrived at a cost of £170million ($228m) to ruthlessly overhaul a promotion-winning squad.

— Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 22 July 2026
The same graphic is repeated on the Baggy Utility Shorts, Loose Jeans and Straight Jeans as embroidery on their coin pockets.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 21 July 2026

Definition of repeat

Noun

By comparing the mummies’ viral traces with historical examples, Nakagome and colleagues saw that the virus experienced an extended period of genetic alterations until the 16th century.

— Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 30 July 2026
Depending on the situation, medication may be screened visually or with an X-ray machine and may also be tested for traces of explosives.

— Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026

Definition of trace

Verb

His music, rooted in '90s R&B, resonates strongly with international audiences, particularly in the US and Latin America.

— Jeff Benjamin, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Elsewhere in the division, Loro Piana and Rimowa are still outperforming, while Celine is seeing progress quarter-to-quarter, with Michael Rider’s ready-to-wear, shoes and soft versions of the Triomphe handbag resonating with consumers.

— Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 27 July 2026

Definition of resonate

Noun

Boards can adopt it, investors can ask for it, cities can condition incentives on it, and the companies with the best results have the most to gain from standards, because standards are how leaders get distinguished from imitators.

— Tonya M. Evans, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
That's the real test that will ultimately determine whether the Denza Z is a genuine rival or simply another very fast imitator.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 July 2026

Definition of imitator

Noun

The upcoming release of 2026 Topps Chrome Baseball will feature Back-to-Back Gold Logoman patch autographed one-of-a-kind cards of Ohtani and Judge, taking those relics from jerseys worn in each of their 2024 and 2025 MVP seasons.

— Larry Holder, New York Times, 21 July 2026
Common areas offer barbecue grill, picnic tables, Adirondack chairs, and Route 66 relics.

— Joe Yogerst, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Definition of relic

Browse Nearby Words

echelons

echo

echoed

See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

Style

“Echo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/echo. Accessed 31 Jul. 2026.

Copy Citation

Synonyms of echo

verb

noun

Example Sentences

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

More from Merriam-Webster on echo

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

comely

Popular in Grammar & Usage

7 Pairs of Commonly Confused Words

Merriam-Webster’s Great Big List of Words You Love to Hate

Is it 'nerve-racking' or 'nerve-wracking'?

Why does English have so many silent letters?

Your vs. You're: How to Use Them Correctly

Popular in Wordplay

Dutch Treat and French Leave: Eight Place-Based Compounds

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

The Longest Long Words List

The Words of the Week - Jul. 31

Even More Bird Names that Sound Like Insults (and Sometimes Are)

Popular

7 Pairs of Commonly Confused Words

Dutch Treat and French Leave: Eight Place-Based Compounds

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

Games & Quizzes