resonate
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈrɛzəneɪt/
KK: /ˈrɛzəˌneɪt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To produce a deep, full sound or to evoke a strong emotional response that connects with others.
Example
The music seemed to resonate with everyone in the audience, creating a powerful atmosphere.
Tense Forms
Past: resonated
Past Participle: resonated
Conversation
I really loved that song we heard yesterday.
Yeah, it had a way of making emotions resonate with everyone.
Exactly! I think the lyrics are what made it so powerful.
Totally! They just seemed to connect with our feelings.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
echo
chime
harmonize
Antonyms
dissonate
clash
disagree
transitive verb
Definition
To make a sound that is deep, clear, and continuing, or to produce a strong feeling or memory in someone.
Example
The music seemed to resonate with everyone in the audience.
Tense Forms
Past: resonated
Past Participle: resonated
Conversation
Did you hear that new song by the band?
Yeah, it really resonates with me!
I love how the lyrics are so relatable.
Root Explanation
Resonate → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "sonare" (meaning to sound). The word "resonate" means to sound again or to produce a sound that echoes or reverberates.
Memory Tip
Think of a sound that 'echoes' or 'repeats' — 're-' means again, and 'sonare' means to sound.
Visually Confused Words
resinate
arsonate
rephonate
predonate
personate
cresotate
restate
reslate