1
as in symmetrical
having the parts agreeably related
the temples and palaces of ancient Greece are among the most consonant buildings in architectural history
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2
as in consistent
not having or showing any apparent conflict
his gentle behavior is consonant with his expressed belief in pacifism
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Recent Examples of consonant
The result is a slowly shifting kaleidoscope of bright, consonant sound, which, with its pointed title, easily digestible concept, and improvisatory spirit, was also a rejection of the cerebral atonality then in vogue.
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William Robin, New Yorker, 26 Aug. 2025
Where the republic’s hypocrisy fed its fatal weakness, corruption, the Taliban’s unabashed brutality was consonant with the movement’s strength, its unity.
—Matthieu Aikins Victor J. Blue Peter Ganim Krish Seenivasan Steven Szczesniak, New York Times, 22 May 2024
By age, regardless of the protests on college campuses, views on U.S. policy among adults aged 18-24 are largely consonant with those among all adults.
—Gary Langer, ABC News, 3 May 2024
These would then subside into subdued textures marked by consonant harmonies.
—Dallas News, 23 Feb. 2022
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William Robin, New Yorker, 26 Aug. 2025
Where the republic’s hypocrisy fed its fatal weakness, corruption, the Taliban’s unabashed brutality was consonant with the movement’s strength, its unity.
—Matthieu Aikins Victor J. Blue Peter Ganim Krish Seenivasan Steven Szczesniak, New York Times, 22 May 2024
By age, regardless of the protests on college campuses, views on U.S. policy among adults aged 18-24 are largely consonant with those among all adults.
—Gary Langer, ABC News, 3 May 2024
These would then subside into subdued textures marked by consonant harmonies.
—Dallas News, 23 Feb. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consonant
Adjective
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The device may feature an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner and symmetrical dual speakers.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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All else being equal, the chance of tunneling forward is the same as tunneling backward because the overlap between the modes is symmetrical.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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The president’s comments on Tuesday are consistent with earlier remarks about his administration’s approach to the war.—
Brooke Migdon,
PEOPLE,
20 May 2026
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But at least Netanyahu has a consistent strategic purpose for attacking Iran, which has for years been using its proxies to harm Israel and routinely calls for its elimination as a state.—
Marc Champion,
Twin Cities,
20 May 2026
Adjective
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Working with researchers from Queen’s University, the team concentrated this light into a small region, just a few nanometers wide, using a process called coherent harmonic focus.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
14 May 2026
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It’s powered by harmonic resonance technology, using rhythmic pulses to gently and effectively comb through knots.—
Gina Vaynshteyn,
StyleCaster,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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For these carriers, the feature is turned on by default with compatible hardware.—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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These versatile microphones are compatible with any device that has a traditional headphone jack.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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Whereas previous Panzers balanced mobility, armor, and firepower, the Tiger I was designed with invulnerability in mind.—
Matthew S Williams,
Interesting Engineering,
20 May 2026
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Beyond phenomenal acceleration—acceleration no one dreamed possible 15 years ago—GT 63 should deliver balanced performance.—
Mark Ewing,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
Adjective
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The bottoms don’t just feel more elegant, but are a quick way to make outfits appear upscale whether they’re styled with a T-shirt and sneakers or a button-up shirt and ballet flats.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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The palate is velvety and elegant, balancing weight with restraint.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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Designers continue to emulate the drama and volume of fur with plastic or plant-based alternatives, stoking desire for the aesthetic, and consumers continue to flip-flop over whether or not fur is acceptable.—
Bella Webb,
Vogue,
18 May 2026
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But Daum noted that others told her this was the aesthetic of the new world and a way of getting people who have not voted in the past excited about something.—
National Correspondent,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
Adjective
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And so this Cannes screening — promising not just a visually immaculate experience, assembled from the original camera negative, but a complete and uncut one — had a pleasing ring of comprehensive authority to it.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
17 May 2026
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The floors in those are also painted — the effect is pleasing.—
Clio Chang,
Curbed,
17 May 2026
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“Consonant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consonant. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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