Definitions and Examples of sonorous, resonant, loud
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having a deep, rich sound; full and resonant.
Example
The opera singer's voice was sonorous and filled the entire auditorium.
Producing or enhancing sound by vibration; deep and reverberating.
Example
The guitar's resonant tone filled the room and captivated the audience.
Producing or capable of producing much noise; easily audible.
Example
The fireworks were so loud that they could be heard from miles away.
Key Differences: sonorous vs resonant vs loud
- 1Sonorous describes a deep, rich sound that is pleasing to the ear.
- 2Resonant describes a sound that is produced or enhanced by vibration, creating a deep and reverberating effect.
- 3Loud simply means producing or capable of producing much noise.
Effective Usage of sonorous, resonant, loud
- 1Music: Use sonorous and resonant to describe musical instruments or voices with rich, deep tones.
- 2Sound Effects: Use loud to describe sounds that are meant to be jarring or attention-grabbing.
- 3Acoustics: Use these antonyms to describe the quality of sound in a space or environment.
Remember this!
The antonyms of anacoustic describe sounds that are loud, clear, and reverberating. Sonorous and resonant describe deep, rich sounds, while loud simply means producing much noise. Use these words to describe music, sound effects, or the acoustics of a space.