Meaning of the word sonorous in English
What does sonorous mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
sonorous
US /ˈsɑː.nɚ.əs/
UK /ˈsɒn.ər.əs/
Adjective
1.
imposingly deep and full (of a person's voice or other sound)
Example:
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The opera singer had a rich, sonorous voice that filled the hall.
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The church bells produced a deep, sonorous chime.
2.
using high-flown language
Example:
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His speech was filled with sonorous phrases, but lacked substance.
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The politician used sonorous rhetoric to sway the crowd.