resonant

• Qualifie un son profond, clair et qui se prolonge en écho ; s'emploie aussi métaphoriquement pour décrire quelque chose qui suscite une forte résonance émotionnelle.

Describes a sound that is deep, clear, and continuing to echo; also used metaphorically to describe something that evokes a strong emotional response.

1. Deep and clear soundB2formal

   Producing a deep, clear, and strong sound that continues for a long time.

   Son profond et clair

   • The resonant tones of the cello filled the concert hall.
   • His resonant voice commanded attention in the room.
   • The bell had a resonant ring that could be heard for miles.

   Synonymesdeepechoingfullreverberantrichringingsonorousvibrant

   Antonymesdullflathollowthin

2. Evocative or meaningfulC1formal

   Having the power to evoke strong emotions, memories, or associations.

   évocateur, qui résonne

   • The poem's resonant imagery stayed with me for days.
   • Her speech was resonant with themes of hope and unity.
   • The photograph is resonant of a bygone era.

   Synonymesevocativeexpressivemeaningfulpoignantpowerfulstrikingsuggestive

   Antonymesemptyflatmeaninglessunexpressive

3. Vibrating or echoingB2formal

   Tending to vibrate or echo in a particular space.

   Qui résonne, qui vibre en écho

   • The room was resonant with the sound of laughter.
   • The cave walls were resonant, amplifying every whisper.
   • The metal plate was resonant when struck with a hammer.

   Synonymesboomingechoingreverberantringingsonorousthunderousvibrantvibratory

   Antonymesdeaddullflatmuffledsilent