PLUMMY Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

plummy

adjective

Definition of plummy

as in mellifluous

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Recent Examples of plummy The shade lineup spans 10 options, ranging from pale lilac to rosy pink to plummy burgundy, all inspired by NYC sunsets. — Karina Hoshikawa, Refinery29, 16 Sep. 2025 At one point, Melanie Field, who plays Sonya, mocks the plummy British sound of Bonneville’s Vanya. — Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2025 The land surrounding the estate, once a rich source of Piedmont’s dry Barbaresco and plummy Barbera wines, could be planted with enough new vines to produce around 100,000 bottles a year. — Zoë Dare Hall, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024 Your summer beauty plans may include a cult-classic lip color, a sultry plummy eye, or a golden-peach pop of color on the cheeks. — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 1 Aug. 2024 See All Example Sentences for plummy

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Adjective

Weaving psych rock and shoegaze textures into her mellifluous R&B ethos, Kelela’s new album turns to guitars at a moment fraught with social and emotional tension.

— Lawrence Burney, Pitchfork, 16 July 2026
Osgood wrote two-minute reports in succinct prose delivered in his mellifluous tones.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2026

Definition of mellifluous

Adjective

Designed to be charming and romantic, rooms have a B&B feel with canopy beds, rich drapery, plush chairs, hardwood floors, and walls adorned with chair rail and crown molding.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
Each spoonful was rich and silky, with creamy vanilla pudding coating tender banana slices and vanilla wafers that soaked up enough sweetness to become cake-like.

— Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026

Definition of rich

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Pour shrub into a clean jar; cover with lid and chill until flavors come together and mellow, about 1 week.

— Christina Chaey, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 July 2026
Best known for his angelic voice that plays on R&B and pop, WONHO seems to be testing out something new, bordering on dance, EDM, club, house, mellow pop, and hyper-pop.

— Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Definition of mellow

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Assuming the role of a human clapper, Holzinger struck its lip again and again, sending a sonorous peal across the Biennale grounds.

— Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 24 June 2026
In addition to his film, TV and theater work, Yun has also narrated a ton of Korean documentaries over the years thanks to his sonorous voice.

— Regina Kim, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026

Definition of sonorous

Adjective

The wedding processional began with the majestic, resonant tones of the historic church organ, setting a reverent and grand atmosphere.

— Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026
Bianca and Heather deeply understand today’s audiences and have shown their ability to drive engagement with innovative and resonant campaigns.

— Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 21 July 2026

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