You’re listening to Lingo Phoenix’s word of the day for June 23.
Fairy Day
Today’s word is resonant, spelled r-e-s-o-n-a-n-t.
resonant /ˈrez.ən.ənt/ adjective
clear and loud, or causing sounds to be clear and loud
He has a deep, resonant voice.
Billy’s voice had a deep, resonant tone that was a pleasure to hear.
resonant with something literary
filled with a particular meaning, quality, or sound
His words were resonant with meaning.
We felt privileged to be the first group of Western visitors to enter the historic palace, resonant with past conflicts.
Though novel in form and plan, the Nielson is resonant with the great buildings of the past, and Ms. Lin’s own past.
— Michael J. Lewis, WSJ, 31 Mar. 2021
With your word of the day, I’m Mohammad Golpayegani.
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