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Word of the Day · November 25, 2025
Sonorous
SON-uh-ruhs · adjective
 

Definition

  1. Imposingly deep and full in sound.
  2. Resonant, rich in tone.
 

Pronunciation

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Origin & Etymology

From Latin sonorus “resounding.”
 

Nuance

Suggests dignity or grandeur in the sound.
 

Usage

“A sonorous bell tolled across the valley.”
 

Fun Fact

Shares root with “sonar” and “sonic.”