First Known Use: 14th century
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resound
verb re·sound \ri-ˈzau̇nd also -ˈsau̇nd\
: to become filled with sound
: to make a loud, deep sound
: to make a strong impression or have a great effect on people
Full Definition of RESOUND
intransitive verb
1
: to become filled with sound : reverberate
2
a : to sound loudly <the gunshot resounded> b : to produce a sonorous or echoing sound
3
: to become renowned
transitive verb
1
: to extol loudly or widely : celebrate
2
: echo, reverberate
3
: to sound or utter in full resonant tones
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Origin of RESOUND
Middle English resounen, from Middle French resoner, from Latin resonare, from re- + sonare to sound — more at sound
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Rhymes with RESOUND
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RESOUND Defined for Kids
resound
verb re·sound \ri-ˈzau̇nd\
re·sound·edre·sound·ing
Definition of RESOUND for Kids
1
: to become filled with sound : reverberate <The hall resounded with cheers.>
2
: to sound loudly <The organ resounds through the hall.>
Word Root of RESOUND
The Latin word sonāre, meaning “to make a noise,” gives us the root son. Words from the Latin sonāre have something to do with making noise. A sound is a noise made by someone or something. Something sonic uses the waves noises make as they travel through the air. A sonata is a musical piece in which only one instrument makes noise. To resound is to become filled with noise.
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