Definition

In agreement or harmony with something; matching in sound or tone.

Example

Her views are consonant with the principles of the organization.

Conversation

Did you notice how our ideas are quite consonant with each other?

Yeah, it's great when we think alike like that!

I feel like our plans are really consonant with our goals for the project.

Absolutely, it makes working together so much easier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A letter or sound in speech that is made by blocking the airflow in some way, like the sounds of 'b', 'c', 'd', and 'm'.

Example

In the word 'cat', 'c' and 't' are consonants while 'a' is a vowel.

Conversation

Do you remember how to pronounce that consonant sound we practiced last week?

Yeah, it was a bit tricky at first, but I think I got it now.

I still mix it up sometimes with the vowels, though.

Root Explanation

Consonant → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "sonare" (meaning to sound). The word "consonant" refers to sounds that are produced together with vowels in speech.

Memory Tip

Think of sounds that are made 'together' ('con-') with vowels — that's what a consonant is.

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