Synonyms of tones

tones

noun

plural of tone

1

as in modes

a distinctive way of putting ideas into words

the angry tone of his letter makes it clear he doesn't want to speak to me ever again

Synonyms & Similar Words

• modes
• manners
• styles
• veins
• locutions
• fashions
• phraseologies
• idioms
• expressions
• elocution
• addresses
• connotations
• deliveries
• colloquialisms
• regionalisms
• archaisms
• denotations
• acceptations

2

as in shades

a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished

fall fashions in deep jewel tones

Synonyms & Similar Words

• shades
• colors
• hues
• tints
• colorations
• tinges
• tinctures
• colorings
• overtones
• undertones
• contrasts
• casts
• saturations
• values
• primary colors
• pigmentations
• secondary colors
• chromas
• chromaticities
• tertiary colors
• colorways

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• achromatisms

3

as in natures

the set of qualities that makes a person, a group of people, or a thing different from others

all that showbiz glitz is out of keeping with the tone of the college

Synonyms & Similar Words

• natures
• personalities
• colors
• selves
• characters
• characteristics
• constitutions
• clays
• complexions
• features
• spirits
• compositions
• dispositions
• temperaments
• essences
• traits
• flavors
• geniuses
• properties
• attributes
• habits
• sorts
• tempers
• grains
• metals
• substances
• stamps
• souls
• singularities
• interiors
• hallmarks
• individualities
• earmarks
• ways
• points
• marks
• stuff
• makeups
• savors
• essentialities
• interiorities

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of tones

An antique bench draws out the tones of the original wood floor, and the armchair is slipcovered in linen. — Laura Regensdorf, Architectural Digest, 20 Aug. 2026

But that blend of raucous laughs (OK, well, some raucous laughs, some mere attempts at them) and real world concerns makes for an uneasy watch, ping-ponging between moods and tones in unpredictable ways. — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 20 Aug. 2026

While cooler, brighter tones like Alpine blonde hair will always have their place, honey blonde offers a softer, more wearable way to lighten up. — Emma-Jade Stoddart, Glamour, 20 Aug. 2026

Autumn is all about warm tones, and this table lamp is a subtle way to make any space feel inviting. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 19 Aug. 2026

Dame Julie Andrews will continue to lend her dulcet tones to the world of Jane Austen. — Alex Ritman, Variety, 19 Aug. 2026

The makeup artist and founder of Hung Vanngo Beauty decided to remove warm and cool tones from the entire collection. — Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Geometric shapes and warm, neutral tones make this area rug an eye-catching addition that won’t result in your space feeling too busy. — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2026

Warm wood tones, colorful fixtures, rounded mirrors, and decorative lighting are accessible ways to add retro flair. — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Aug. 2026