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sonority

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun sonority has 1 sense
  1. plangency, resonance, reverberance, ringing, sonorousness, sonority, vibrancy - having the character of a loud deep sound; the quality of being resonant
    --1 is a kind of timbre, timber, quality, tone

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Sonority

Definition:

Sonority is the quality of sound that is loud, clear, and resonant.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun: sonority

Sense 1:

Popularity or the condition of being well-liked by many people.

Example sentences:

  • The sonority of their music made them popular with audiences worldwide.
  • The band's sonority is what attracts fans to their concerts.

Sense 2:

The quality of being resonant or producing a deep, rich, and full sound. It is often used in relation to music or musical instruments.

Example sentences:

  • The sonority of the violin filled the concert hall with a captivating melody.
  • He loved the sonority of the grand piano, as its rich tones resonated through the room.

Sense 3:

Locally refers to the character or quality of a place that is known for having a distinct sound or resonance.

Example sentences:

  • The sonority of the waves crashing against the rocky shore is unique to this local beach.
  • The sonority of the city's bustling streets creates a vibrant atmosphere.

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