harmonious

adjective

här-ˈmō-nē-əs How to pronounce harmonious (audio)
Definition of harmoniousnext
1
as in symphonic
having a pleasing mixture of notes the naturally harmonious sounds of a forest glen in springtime

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2
as in balanced
having the parts agreeably related a harmonious arrangement of archways and doorways in the palace courtyard

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3
as in compatible
having or marked by agreement in feeling or action an unusually harmonious meeting among the leaders resulted in a quick peace agreement

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as in consistent
not having or showing any apparent conflict no form of social discrimination can ever be harmonious with the basic principles and ideals of our nation

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Recent Examples of harmonious Mercury’s harmonious connection to Uranus affirms that this restructuring is long overdue. — Usa Today, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2026 In the meantime, Venus in Libra will meet with Pluto retrograde in a harmonious alignment, adding depth, magnetism and a bit of psychological intrigue to the energetic atmosphere. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 10 Aug. 2026 Partnership feels friendly as nurturing Moon lights your 7th House of Partnership, trining harmonious Venus in your 11th House of Friends and Community. — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026 While the image looks idyllic, the family’s residence there (from 1957 to 1971) was not always harmonious. — Eleni N. Gage, Architectural Digest, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for harmonious
Recent Examples of Synonyms for harmonious
  1. symphonic
  2. balanced
  3. compatible
  4. consistent
  5. musical
  6. symmetrical
  7. unanimous
  8. consonant
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  • In his first years, Dudamel explored standard symphonic repertory with immersions into the symphonies and worlds of Beethoven, Schubert, Schumann, Brahms, Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninoff, Dvorak and Ives, often in context with new music.
    — Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 12 Aug. 2026
  • During his freshman year of high school, Butker’s tuba-playing partner, the varsity kicker, approached Butker, originally a soccer player, during symphonic band class about taking on the kicking duties for the football team the next year.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of symphonic
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  • The Kraken have done a fantastic job accumulating depth and building a balanced system with a priority on skill.
    — Corey Pronman, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Aim to eat a balanced lunch consisting of protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
    — Trista Chan, HEALTH, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of balanced
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  • In a pinch on the road or during some other emergency, anything reasonably compatible is better than allowing the engine to overheat.
    — John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs And Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Google also carries Pixelsnap magnetic wireless charging into the Pixel 11 lineup, with Qi2 support and faster wireless charging that can reach up to 25W on compatible models.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of compatible
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  • This is consistent across multiple studies, repeated in different countries around the world, including those mentioned in today’s press conference.
    — Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Ingredients such as creatine and beta-alanine generally work through consistent use over time, not by getting into your system as quickly as possible.
    — Dr. Onaola Adedeji, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026
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  • Yet the filmmakers infuse it with levity, showing his love and affinity for animals, as well ashis musical talents.
    — Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 18 Aug. 2026
  • The musical revival, directed by Lincoln Center Theater’s artistic director Lear deBessonet, grossed a whooping $1,963,666 for its final eight performances.
    — Greg Evans, Deadline, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of musical
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  • Additional conflicts may arise in jurisdictions that prohibit cash customers from paying more than customers using other payment methods, a rule symmetric rounding can violate when a cash total rounds up.
    — Brian Delp, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
  • The humanoid uses only two actuator types across its body, while its arms and legs feature a symmetrical design that simplifies control, modeling, and training.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of symmetrical
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  • Unlike a criminal jury, the five jurors will not need to reach a unanimous decision.
    — Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • There was widespread expectation that the deal could be finalised and a unanimous view that Rodri was the missing piece for this new project — until Barcelona scuppered it all.
    — Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of unanimous
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  • The film’s treatment of Odysseus’s lies, too, seems consonant with the Ten Commandments instead of Homer’s moral worldview.
    — Luis Parrales, The Atlantic, 26 July 2026
  • But recent research found that members of the Tsimane’, a native Amazonian society in Bolivia, rate consonant and dissonant chords as equally pleasurable.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 May 2026
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