UNDERTONE Synonyms: 50 Similar and Opposite Words

undertone

noun

Definition of undertone

as in overtone

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Dissimilar Words

achromatism

as in whisper

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of undertone The addition of a neural undertone will help stabilize the color to read true to tone. — Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 2 Aug. 2026 The gentle off-white hue has a subtle yellow undertone, which creates an inviting atmosphere perfectly suited for the heart of the home. — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 July 2026 That pursuit of control carries an undertone of institutional distrust. — Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026 The film maintains a dark undertone. — Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for undertone

Recent Examples of Synonyms for undertone

Noun

There was also the biblical overtone to Peter, Paul and Mary.

— Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 23 June 2026
Rittenhouse was also 17 at the time, and claimed self defense in a case with strong racial and political overtones that also spurred large, controversial online fundraising campaigns.

— Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes.com, 15 June 2026

Definition of overtone

Noun

Moves for Anan Khalaili and Zavier Gozo are being finalised, and with both able to play right wing-back, there are whispers Daniel Munoz may be sold.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
That is, the ability to provide the benefits of modern speech interfaces without the need for users to speak audibly, even at a whisper.

— Greg Uyeno, IEEE Spectrum, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of whisper

Noun

The inn will soon open a restaurant, Viola’s Bar and Bistro (named after Baker’s grandmother), serving French cuisine with Southern tinges on the vintage servingware Baker collected.

— Dakota Kim, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026
Some taste like sweet custard with fruity flourishes, others carry a hint of bitterness, an alcohol tinge or even a peanut butter-like flavor.

— ABC News, ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of tinge

Noun

The absurd rumor emerged after videos circulated of Usher’s performance, with social media claimers claiming the singer looked a little different than usual.

— Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Aug. 2026
Officials urged the public not to speculate or spread rumors about the cause at this early stage.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of rumor

Noun

Really, the challenge as an actor is forgetting all the playfulness, ambition and tone around it, or even the books and the research and just playing the truth of it.

— Matt Minton, Variety, 10 Aug. 2026
Pitch a idea for a team huddle, and let your expressive style set a cooperative tone that moves decisions forward.

— Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of tone

Noun

Becerra’s comfortable lead, California’s blue tint and a favorable political environment all help buy Becerra time and breathing room, according to Kim Nalder, a political science professor at Sacramento State.

— Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 6 Aug. 2026
One Pro, though an opaque snap-on sunshade is included to improve contrast and block out any distractions that might come through the tint.

— Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 6 Aug. 2026