SONOROUS Synonyms: 78 Similar and Opposite Words

sonorous

adjective

ˈsä-nə-rəs

Definition of sonorous

as in loud

marked by a high volume of sound a sonorous waterfall that can be heard from a considerable distance

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as in ringing

marked by conspicuously full and rich sounds or tones a baritone with a particularly sonorous voice

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Recent Examples of sonorous Cloudy, reverberating bass mingles with sonorous, textural guitar loops courtesy of Mark Clifford, while Sarah Peacock’s spellbinding vocals ooze over the mix. — Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 1 May 2026 The Ballet Orchestra, close to wrapping its 50th anniversary season, sounded especially sonorous in the score’s horn passages. — Rachel Howard, San Francisco Chronicle, 11 Apr. 2026 The sonorous presence of actor Morgan Freeman will be one of the highlights of the Beatles on the Beach festival in Boca Raton on March 12-15, which will include a March 14 performance by Morgan Freeman’s Symphonic Blues Experience. — Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 7 Mar. 2026 Authoritative, sonorous and compelling, his is the voice that persuaded millions that the Martians had landed in Grover’s Mills, New Jersey in The War of the Worlds. — Literary Hub, 5 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sonorous

Recent Examples of Synonyms for sonorous

Adjective

You, your inbox, your clients, your team, your boss, your calendar or the loudest problem in the room?

— Ryan Dohrn, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
To be heard above the din, the musicians and their instruments needed to be loud.

— René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 July 2026

Definition of loud

Adjective

The murder mystery has so far flown under the radar, despite having Emmy winner Tatiana Maslany as the lead, but just received a ringing endorsement from author extraordinaire Stephen King.

— Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 25 June 2026
About a dozen other Republican backers of the Iran war either declined or did not respond to requests for interviews or comment—hardly a ringing endorsement of their president’s negotiating prowess.

— Vivian Salama, The Atlantic, 15 June 2026

Definition of ringing

Adjective

Dixon said other issues to be considered are the deafening roar of traffic passing under the footbridge on I-91 and how to soften it.

— Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 26 July 2026
Heavy raindrops flew sideways, smacking against the hood of my rain jacket and creating a nearly deafening white noise.

— Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2026

Definition of deafening

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The trip includes a two-night stay at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, round-trip flights for up to 12 guests, and a $4,000 MGM Resorts credit for dining and spa experiences.

— Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Ward, who will join returning assistant Ryan Bourque on the staff, coached one of the B’s top prospects, 2025 third rounder Cooper Simpson, last year at Youngstown.

— Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 27 July 2026

Definition of round

Adjective

That has given Zavagnin a unique perspective on how soccer has gone from an afterthought to a vibrant part of Kansas City.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026
Making the most of your visit Miami itself offers a unique combination of international culture, beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife and diverse dining.

— Taylor Haught, Miami Herald, 23 July 2026

Definition of vibrant

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

Definition of resonant

Adjective

Working with patrons Anadol counters that anyone can have free access to the models his studio develops, and that there's nothing new about contemporary artists' relationships with rich and powerful benefactors.

— Chloe Veltman, NPR, 29 July 2026
As time goes on, there will surely be more supporters – particularly among smaller, less financially powerful member associations – of Infantino’s idea.

— Patrick Sung Cuadrado, CNN Money, 29 July 2026

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