Resonated: meaning, definitions and examples

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resonated

 

[ ˈrezəˌneɪtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

sound or emotion

The word 'resonated' refers to the ability of a sound to echo and vibrate, creating a rich and full effect. Additionally, it can describe the impact of an idea or emotion that strikes a chord with someone, evoking a strong response or connection. This term is often used in both literal and metaphorical contexts, where it suggests a depth of feeling or insight. When something resonates, it reverberates through a person's thoughts or feelings, often leading to a sense of understanding or empathy.

Synonyms

echoed, reverberated, struck a chord, vibrated

Examples of usage

  • The music resonated in the concert hall.
  • Her words resonated with the audience.
  • The story resonated deeply with me.
  • The concept of justice resonated throughout the discussion.

Translations

Translations of the word "resonated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 resonou

🇮🇳 गूंजना

🇩🇪 resonierte

🇮🇩 beresonansi

🇺🇦 резонувати

🇵🇱 rezonować

🇯🇵 共鳴した

🇫🇷 résonné

🇪🇸 resonó

🇹🇷 yankılandı

🇰🇷 공명했다

🇸🇦 تردد

🇨🇿 rezonovalo

🇸🇰 rezonovalo

🇨🇳 共鸣

🇸🇮 odmevalo

🇮🇸 viðbragð

🇰🇿 резонанс берді

🇬🇪 გამოექცა

🇦🇿 rezonans verdi

🇲🇽 resonó

Etymology

The term 'resonate' originates from the Latin word 'resonare', which means 'to echo' or 'to sound again'. The prefix 're-' means 'again', while 'sonare' means 'to sound'. This etymological background highlights the emphasis on sound and echoes that the word carries. The concept of resonance has been applied in various fields, including physics, where it refers to the amplification of sound waves, as well as in literature and psychology, where ideas or emotions resonate with individuals. Over time, the usage of 'resonate' has expanded beyond its original meaning related strictly to sound, encompassing emotional and intellectual connections in a broader context.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,529, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.