Sound

/saʊnd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A vibration that travels through the air or another medium and can be heard when it reaches a person's or animal's ear.

The sound of the waves crashing on the shore was very calming.

A particular auditory impression.

She has a beautiful sound when she sings.

The specific auditory quality of a musical instrument or voice.

The sound of the piano was rich and full.

verb

To produce or cause to produce sound.

The bell will sound at noon.

To convey a specific impression or feeling.

His proposal sounded interesting to the committee.

adjective

In good condition; healthy; not damaged.

She made a sound judgment based on the evidence.

Based on valid reasoning; logical.

The plan is based on sound principles.

Middle English: from Old English ‘sund’, of Germanic origin.

sound off

To express one's opinion loudly or assertively.

sound as a dollar

Completely reliable or safe.

sound the alarm

To alert someone about an issue or danger.

auditory

Related to the sense of hearing.

sonic

Relating to sound.

acoustic

Related to sound or the sense of hearing.

To be chill or okay.

It’s all good, sounds.

To understand or agree.

You got it, sounds good.