SONANT Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

sonant

adjective

Definition of sonant

as in vocal

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Adjective

The vocal and acting prowess of the cast stands out, in a large-scale production that matches the level of major international musicals.

— Franchesca Guim, Billboard, 30 Sep. 2026
El-Sayed, a former Michigan health official, has been vocal about healthcare issues along the campaign trail, speaking frequently about Medicare For All alongside a push to get money out of politics and a focus on affordability issues more broadly.

— Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of vocal

Adjective

If the leak becomes more pronounced, repair costs can vary significantly depending on which portion of the oil pan is involved.

— John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs And Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026
However, the effect generally becomes more pronounced at higher northern latitudes.

— Jamie Carter, Space.com, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of pronounced

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How a spouse chooses to inhabit a highly visible but largely undefined role is visually articulated through their fashion.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2026
The specimen includes an articulated right arm with every bone preserved in place, from the shoulder down to the claws.

— Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of articulated

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Sanders, who co-directed the original movie and voiced Stitch, reprised his voice-over role in the 2025 update.

— Justin Kroll, Deadline, 23 July 2025
Several cast members returned, including co-writer and co-director Chris Sanders, who created and voiced Stitch.

— Jordana Comiter, People.com, 24 May 2025

Definition of voiced

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For all their speed-to-market and trend obsessions, fashion companies struggle to update the systems and materials that go into their products, meaning churn reigns and improvements are consigned to that oft-uttered utopian destination known as ‘when there’s time’.

— Brooke Roberts-Islam, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Each line encourages a body to shift when uttered or even when read silently to oneself.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 29 May 2026

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