HARMONY Synonyms: 127 Similar and Opposite Words

harmony

noun

ˈhär-mə-nē

Definition of harmony

as in symmetry

a balanced, pleasing, or suitable arrangement of parts her face had an angelic harmony that fascinated the leading painters of her day

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as in peace

peaceful coexistence the apparent inability of the party's right and left wings to resolve their conflicts and live in harmony at least during the convention

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as in accordance

a state of consistency for once, the kids' idea of a vacation was in perfect harmony with their parents' notion of total relaxation

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Recent Examples of harmony Venus, our planet of harmony, ventures into the fields of Virgo from July 9 until August 6, and this is a time to be nurturing caregivers in our relationships. — Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026 The absolute key to France’s attack is the telepathic understanding brewing between Mbappé and Olise, whose combined trickery and close control are in perfect harmony. — Tom Burrows, New York Times, 27 June 2026 Race, religion, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, class, disability and geography don’t line up in perfect political harmony, and each social marker tells only a fraction of the whole story. — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2026 Soul Coughing bassist Sebastian Steinberg contributes upright bass, Rob Moose supplies string arrangements, Caroline Shaw handles vocal arrangements and harmonies, and Blake Mills, Christian Lee Hutson, Marshall Vore and Nate Walcott all make appearances. — Spin Staff, SPIN, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for harmony

Recent Examples of Synonyms for harmony

Noun

When places are being set for dinner, or in a stone garden in a Buddhist monastery, there is no governing principle of central symmetry or proportional order.

— Merve Emre, New Yorker, 28 June 2026
Crittall-style windows and doors the light and provide a pleasing symmetry.

— Natalie Hoberman, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026

Definition of symmetry

Noun

The province’s right to implement Islamic law was granted by Indonesia’s secular central government around 2005 as part of a peace deal to end a separatist insurgency.

— Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
One prominent Cherokee named Katteuha co-wrote a letter to Benjamin Franklin during the Constitutional Convention in 1787, urging him to push for peace between the Native people and settlers.

— Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 3 July 2026

Definition of peace

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The Marine’s name has not been released, in accordance with Navy policy to withhold identification until at least 24 hours after next-of-kin notification, NBC 7 reported.

— Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 28 June 2026
Folsom Cordova Unified School District Folsom Cordova Unified says all of its schools have accessible gender-neutral restrooms, in accordance with SB 760.

— Chaewon Chung, Sacbee.com, 27 June 2026

Definition of accordance

Noun

In the 30 years following the tune’s release, disappointment has only continued to plague the Three Lions.

— Fisher Isbell, AJC.com, 2 July 2026
The work features four vocal soloists who represent Native American, Sephardic, African American and Protestant religious traditions, along with instrumental music based on early American hymn tunes.

— Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026

Definition of tune

Noun

The space is a balance between tropical escape and late-night lounge, with moody lighting, sexy design elements and music that keeps the energy elevated throughout the evening.

— Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026
From entry-level IEMs to high-end studio headphones, the system is designed to enhance clarity, balance and translation across almost every listening system, unlocking their full potential for accurate, consistent monitoring.

— Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026

Definition of balance

Noun

Caggiano noted the boys appeared to have left on their own accord.

— Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 27 June 2026
That accord reportedly established a 60-day negotiating period focused on key issues, including the future of Iran’s nuclear program, an allegation Tehran denies.

— Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 26 June 2026

Definition of accord

Noun

Rosenqvist’s departure was a bit of a shock, but Scott Dixon decision to leave Chip Ganassi Racing after 25 years with the team was of seismic proportions.

— Bruce Martin, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
The bootcut style also has a subtle flair, which helps balance out proportions.

— Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 July 2026