Dictionary Check: resonance

"resonance" is a valid word!

Scrabble 11 points
Words with Friends 14 points

Definition

noun

an excited state of a stable particle causing a sharp maximum in the probability of absorption of electromagnetic radiation

noun

a vibration of large amplitude produced by a relatively small vibration near the same frequency of vibration as the natural frequency of the resonating system

noun

having the character of a loud deep sound; the quality of being resonant

noun

a relationship of mutual understanding or trust and agreement between people

Synonyms:
noun

the quality imparted to voiced speech sounds by the action of the resonating chambers of the throat and mouth and nasal cavities

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