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 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 The pacing is erratic and the sonorous voice-over narration doesn’t help either. — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 13 May 2026 Metals are particularly sonorous, as anyone who has been around toddlers (and pots and pans) can testify. — New Atlas, 2 May 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for sonorous

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Adjective

But the Sweetgreen on the Upper East Side was both loud and had nowhere to sit, a sad reflection of how Americans view workday lunches.

— Marisa Meltzer, Vanity Fair, 28 Oct. 2026
Frequent awakenings, loud snoring, gasping during sleep, morning headaches or uncomfortable leg sensations warrant a conversation with a healthcare provider.

— Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of loud

Adjective

Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham was asked about Underwood’s security in the starting job earlier this week and hardly offered up a ringing endorsement.

— Bruce Feldman, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Martha-Mary Chapel, Sudbury Reverend Bryce (Toby Huss) presides over the town church, where mysterious ringing bells seem to indicate something dark is afoot.

— Nicholas DeRenzo, Travel + Leisure, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of ringing

Adjective

The bread’s round shape represents the circle of life, and it’s topped with small dough strips to look like bones.

— Daniela Cintron, AJC.com, 29 Oct. 2026
But don’t worry, the inside of the cups is lined with a round, plush cushion for comfort (and functionality).

— Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of round

Adjective

Over the past year, a vibrant new pop movement has emerged in Puerto Rico, surging in popularity thanks to a growing class of young artists.

— Juan J. Arroyo, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2026
Luckily, this Amazon pick has plenty of stellar reviews to speak to its unmatched fullness, vibrant colors, and natural look.

— Kate Boswell, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of vibrant

Adjective

Those threads were already present in the original text, but by drawing them out fully, the filmmaker transforms this classic into something that feels startlingly resonant and contemporary.

— Radhika Seth, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026
This material should feel resonant, given how many families are split right now—over MAGA, over Israel—and how much of a default confessionalism has become online.

— Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of resonant

Adjective

The centrepiece of the archaeological site is a massive rock which is more than 20 feet long and features an intriguing engraving of a powerful being.

— James Rampton, TheWeek, 3 Nov. 2026
View gallery - 5 images High-performance electric dirt bikes are becoming increasingly capable, but stepping into the more powerful end of the market often requires a considerable investment.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Nov. 2026

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