Resounding

/rɪˈzaʊndɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Characterized by a loud, deep, or echoing sound.
The resounding applause from the audience filled the concert hall.
Strongly expressed or emphatic.
Her resounding victory in the election was a clear message to her opponents.
Having a rich and full sound.
The resounding tones of the church bells echoed through the valley.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'resound', which means to sound or echo back.

Common Phrases and Expressions

resounding success
A complete and significant success.
resounding defeat
A decisive and overwhelming defeat.
resounding endorsement
A strong and clear support for something.

Related Words

resound
To echo back; to produce sound again.
sound
Vibration that travels through the air or another medium and can be heard.

Slang Meanings

Used to describe something that has a significant impact or influence.
Her presentation was resounding; everyone was talking about it.
A term to express something that is emphatically agreed upon.
That was a resounding yes from the audience.