To resonate
Example: They resonate with shared values
Definition
"To resonate" means to produce or evoke a deep, clear, and continuing sound or feeling. It can also refer to something that strongly connects with or influences someone, as in when ideas or emotions resonate with shared values.
Etymology
The verb "to resonate" comes from the Latin word 'resonare,' meaning 'to sound again.' It originally described the echoing of sounds but has evolved metaphorically to describe the way ideas or feelings can 'echo' or strongly connect within a person or group.
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"To resonate" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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