The resonance
Example: The resonance reflects shared response
Definition
"The resonance" refers to the quality or state of being resonant, often describing a sound or effect that is deep, clear, and continuing to echo. It can also mean a shared emotional or intellectual response that amplifies impact or understanding.
Etymology
The word "resonance" comes from the Latin 'resonantia,' meaning 'echo' or 'resounding.' It combines 're-' meaning 'again' and 'sonare' meaning 'to sound.' Did you know? The concept originally described how sounds echo but now extends metaphorically to describe emotional or intellectual echoes.
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"The resonance" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (C2) - set 1", containing 95 commonly used words.
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