Definition

Describing a sound that is deep, rich, and full, often associated with a voice that has a strong, resonant quality.

Example

Her singing was the throatiest I had ever heard, filling the room with warmth and depth.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you heard her new song?

Yeah, she has the throatiest voice I've ever heard!

I know, right? It adds such a unique vibe to her music.

Totally! It makes her stand out from other artists.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Throatiest → It is formed from "throat" (from Old English *þrote*, meaning the passage in the neck) and the suffix "-iest" (meaning most). The word "throatiest" describes the quality of having the most pronounced or deep sound associated with the throat.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'throat' which refers to the passage in the neck, and remember that 'throatiest' means having the most pronounced throat-like sound.

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