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acoustic

[əˈkuːstɪk]

acoustic Definition

  • 1relating to sound or the sense of hearing
  • 2designed to produce sound without electrical amplification

Using acoustic: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "acoustic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The acoustic properties of the room made it difficult to hear the speaker.

  • Example

    She played an acoustic guitar at the concert.

  • Example

    The band performed an acoustic version of their hit song.

acoustic Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for acoustic

Antonyms for acoustic

Phrases with acoustic

  • a type of guitar that uses only an acoustic soundboard to help transmit the strings energy into the air in order to produce its sound

    Example

    He prefers playing his acoustic guitar over his electric one.

  • materials used to reduce the amount of sound transmitted between spaces

    Example

    The acoustic insulation in the walls helped to block out the noise from the street.

  • a benign tumor that develops on the balance and hearing nerves leading from the inner ear to the brain

    Example

    The doctor diagnosed her with an acoustic neuroma after she experienced hearing loss and dizziness.

Origins of acoustic

from Greek 'akoustikos', meaning 'of or for hearing'

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Summary: acoustic in Brief

The term 'acoustic' [əˈkuːstɪk] refers to sound or the sense of hearing, as well as to things designed to produce sound without electrical amplification. Examples include the acoustic properties of a room, an acoustic guitar, and an acoustic version of a song. 'Acoustic' also appears in phrases like 'acoustic insulation,' which reduces sound transmission between spaces, and 'acoustic neuroma,' a benign tumor that affects hearing and balance.