resonate

verb

ˈre-zə-ˌnāt How to pronounce resonate (audio)
Definition of resonatenext
as in to echo
to continue or be repeated in a series of reflected sound waves the deep sounds of the bassoon resonated through the concert hall

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Recent Examples of resonate Most people who viewed the video saw an older coach delivering a stale message that might struggle to resonate with young players, if not all of them. — Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 25 July 2026 If none of these causes resonate, there are more common causes, including water quality (particularly hard water), as well as underlying health issues like hypothyroidism. — Dominic Cadogan, Glamour, 25 July 2026 Carney has a thought about what resonates for all demographics about the show. — Chris Willman, Variety, 25 July 2026 Last week, for instance, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus’ campaign arm argued that Nevada’s large Latino population would ensure candidates have a message that resonates across battleground states. — Oren Oppenheim, ABC News, 23 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for resonate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resonate
  1. echo
  2. reverberate
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  • Other protest signs echo the irreverent tone of social media, with memes and pop culture references woven into the demonstrations.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 25 July 2026
  • Just before the surprise could begin, however, a deafening crack of thunder echoed across the property.
    — Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 25 July 2026
Definition of echo
Verb
  • But with news of LeBron James’ decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday reverberating around the league, the cold reality of next season is hitting the Warriors and their fan base.
    — Nick Friedell, New York Times, 25 July 2026
  • When the crash occurs, the object vaporizes and shock waves are sent reverberating through the Earth’s crust.
    — Megan Fahrney, ABC News, 24 July 2026
Definition of reverberate

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“Resonate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resonate. Accessed 1 Aug. 2026.

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