resonate
verb
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Resonate vs. Reverberate
Resonate and reverberate each have at least one meaning that is concerned with sound, and they carry a degree of overlap in their definitions. However, there are some subtle differences between them that are worth observing. Resonate typically suggests that a single lasting sound is produced; reverberate, on the other hand, indicates that an initial sound is followed by a series of echoes. In terms of the contexts in which they are used, resonate often involves a person (“that passage of the book resonated with many young readers”); reverberate, on the other hand, is more likely to be used of a thing, such as the aftermath of some major event (“the shock caused by the assassination reverberated across Europe”).
Examples of resonate in a Sentence
Kelsey Stiegman, InStyle, 3 Apr. 2026
The biblical story of Passover, which the Anti-Defamation League and the Urban League will commemorate together at our upcoming Black-Jewish Seder, is a universal story of slavery and liberation that resonates deeply with both our communities.
—Fabienne Perlov, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
In the current inflationary environment, Food Lion’s focus on value and the strength of its private-label offerings are resonating with budget-conscious shoppers.
—Charlotte Observer, 3 Apr. 2026
Here’s a look at Kast’s religious background and how his faith resonates with some Chileans in a country often described as increasingly secular.
—ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
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“Resonate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/resonate. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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