resonant

adjective

res·​o·​nant ˈre-zə-nənt 

ˈrez-nənt

1

: continuing to sound : echoing

2

a

: capable of inducing resonance

b

: relating to or exhibiting resonance

3

a

: intensified and enriched by or as if by resonance

a resonant voice

b

: marked by grandiloquence

resonant noun

resonantly adverb

Synonyms

• golden
• orotund
• plangent
• resounding
• reverberant
• reverberating
• reverberative
• ringing
• rotund
• round
• sonorous
• vibrant

Examples of resonant in a Sentence

the resonant tones of the piano

He has a deep, resonant voice.

His words were resonant with meaning.

Recent Examples on the Web

The way nature is used to explore deep themes like faith and queerness creates a powerful and resonant experience. —Emma Specter, Vogue, 13 Mar. 2025

Viaplay Content Distribution offers a remarkable slate of gripping thrillers, acclaimed Nordic Noir series, emotionally resonant dramas, and riveting documentaries. —Deadline, 12 Mar. 2025

The clips were especially resonant as Los Angeles County attempts to rebound from January's devastating wildfires. —Daniel Arkin, NBC News, 3 Mar. 2025

In 2025, Simone’s assessment of our despondent state of being is just as resonant, and the role of the artist is no less urgent. —Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 1 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1592, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for resonant

• nonresonant

Kids Definition

resonant

adjective

res·​o·​nant ˈrez-ᵊn-ənt 

ˈrez-nənt

1

: continuing to sound

2

: of, relating to, or showing resonance

3

: strengthened and enriched by resonance

resonantly adverb

Medical Definition

resonant

adjective

res·​o·​nant ˈrez-ᵊn-ənt, ˈrez-nənt 

1

: capable of inducing resonance

2

: relating to or exhibiting resonance