Meaning of the word resonance in English

What does resonance mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

resonance

US /ˈrez.ən.əns/
UK /ˈrez.ən.əns/

Noun

1.

the quality in a sound of being deep, full, and reverberating

Example:
The cello produced a rich, warm resonance.
The concert hall has excellent acoustic resonance.
2.

the power to evoke enduring images, memories, or emotions

Example:
The story had a deep emotional resonance with the audience.
His words found a strong resonance among the younger generation.
3.

the phenomenon of a vibrating system or external force driving another system to oscillate with greater amplitude at a specific frequency

Example:
The bridge collapsed due to structural resonance caused by strong winds.
In physics, resonance occurs when a system is driven at its natural frequency.