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symphonious

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /sɪmˈfoʊniəs/

KK: /sɪmˈfoʊniəs/

adjective
Definition

Having a pleasing and harmonious sound; in agreement or harmony with something else.


Example

The symphonious melodies of the orchestra filled the concert hall with beauty.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear that new band play last night?
Sloth B
Yeah, their sound was so symphonious!
Sloth A
I know, right? It felt like everything just blended perfectly together.
Sloth B
Exactly! I could listen to them all day.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
harmonious
melodious
concordant
Antonyms
discordant
dissonant
clashing
Root Explanation

Symphonious → It is formed from "symphonia" (from Greek "symphonia", meaning agreement or concord) and the suffix "-ous" (meaning full of). The word "symphonious" means full of harmony or agreement, particularly in sound.

Memory Tip

Think of 'symphonia' which relates to harmony and agreement in music — that's why 'symphonious' means full of harmonious sounds.

Visually Confused Words
unsymphonious
syphilous
simonious
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