Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sound
noun / verb
/saʊnd/
Definition
A vibration that travels through the air or another medium and can be heard when it reaches a person’s or animal’s ear.
Examples
- The sound of the waves was soothing.
- She sounded disappointed when she spoke.
- Can you hear that sound in the distance?
Meaning
Sound is a form of energy produced by vibrations. It is everything that can be heard and is distinguished by its characteristics, such as pitch and volume.
Synonyms
- Noise
- Tone
- Audio
- Resonance
- Reports (in a verbal context)
