RESONANT Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

resonant

adjective

ˈre-zə-nənt

Definition of resonant

as in ringing

marked by conspicuously full and rich sounds or tones the orator's resonant voice filled the hall

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Recent Examples of resonant Why Cultural Resonance Builds Trust So, what’s the most important reason to use culturally resonant branding? — Salvador Ordorica, Forbes.com, 22 Sep. 2026 George Lucas and Mellody Hobson used the night to defend their ambitious narrative art museum, arguing that illustration and pop culture belong alongside masterworks as legitimate, emotionally resonant art. — Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2026 But there’s no mystery to it, no blurred edges or murky, resonant spaces of uncertainty. — Sara Holdren, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026 The way Democrats have handled the issue of transgender rights is especially resonant for Jentleson. — Jason Zengerle, New Yorker, 10 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for resonant

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Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham was asked about Underwood’s security in the starting job earlier this week and hardly offered up a ringing endorsement.

— Bruce Feldman, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Martha-Mary Chapel, Sudbury Reverend Bryce (Toby Huss) presides over the town church, where mysterious ringing bells seem to indicate something dark is afoot.

— Nicholas DeRenzo, Travel + Leisure, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of ringing

Adjective

All is peaceful under the long, lazy loggia laden with vibrant fuschia bougainvillaea – the Passeggiata dei Monaci – and in the neat orchards low-hanging with fat, bobbly Amalfi lemons.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Among them were vibrant cap-toe sock boots, including one streaked with the vivid combination of purple and yellow as part of a colorful contrasting-print ensemble.

— Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of vibrant

Adjective

Twenty-two tight ends were drafted in April, and Kacmarek is one of only three rated by PFF in the top 30 at the position, along with Ravens fourth-rounder Matthew Hibner (17th) and Jets first rounder Kenyon Sadiq (24th).

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2026
The set featured a baby T-shirt with short sleeves and a high, round neck.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of round

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This shimmering, sonorous work, from one of our greatest living directors, moves through the peculiar landscapes of human interaction with certainty, eccentricity and grace, alighting on a generous if rueful conclusion.

— Jessica Kiang, Variety, 6 Sep. 2026
Assuming the role of a human clapper, Holzinger struck its lip again and again, sending a sonorous peal across the Biennale grounds.

— Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 24 June 2026

Definition of sonorous

Adjective

Hastert was aware of the personal pitfalls of holding the powerful position.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 6 Oct. 2026
With the Heat’s offense often spacing all five players around the three-point line, Antetokounmpo will have plenty of room to operate as one of the most powerful drivers in the NBA.

— Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of powerful

Adjective

To try to ease tensions during loud stretches of construction, Zuckerberg’s staff handed out gifts like noise-canceling headphones.

— Sydney Lake, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026
But just moments later, as the name of lead star Andrew Scott appeared on stage, the loud snuffles were replaced with whoops and, in rather uncharacteristically British style, a standing ovation for the actor.

— Alex Ritman, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026

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