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
Examples of resonant in a Sentence
the resonant tones of the piano
He has a deep, resonant voice.
His words were resonant with meaning.
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Lars Daniel, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
This implants a fascinating and resonant conflict in the heart of our hero: What’s his true mission, his driving identity?
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 8 July 2025
An engaging conversation on crafting fiction that explores ambition, belonging, and self-discovery through layered characters and emotionally resonant relationships.
—Essence, 7 July 2025
Carpenter's songwriting often draws inspiration from her personal life and family, creating relatable and emotionally resonant lyrics.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
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“Resonant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/resonant. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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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
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