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Definition of “resonate

resonate (ˈrɛzəˌneɪtPronunciation for resonate

Definitions

verb

  1. to resound or cause to resound; reverberate
  2. (of a mechanical system, electrical circuit, chemical compound, etc) to exhibit or cause to exhibit resonance
  3. (intr)  often foll by with to be understood or receive a sympathetic response  ⇒ themes which will resonate with voters 
  4. (intr:)  foll by with to be filled with  ⇒ simple words that seem to resonate with mystery and beauty 

Alternative Forms

ˌresoˈnation noun

Word Origin

C19: from Latin resonāre

Usage examples

  • Perhaps every significant event had repercussions that resonate continually through life, affecting everything that follows.
    Stuart Harrison, LOST SUMMER (2002)
  • The words of the editor of Hospitals and Health Networks (August 2002: 8) resonate as deeply in Britain as they do in the United States.
    British Medical Journal (2002)
  • Critics say Vajpayee's message of a prosperous India has failed to resonate with rural voters.
    CBC (2004)
  • A British tour to Israel of Titus Andronicus has shown again how Shakespeare can resonate more strongly overseas, says Daniel Rosenthal
    Times, Sunday Times (2002)
  • Even babies and toddlers resonate profoundly with the feelings of their parents.
    Martin, April, The Guide to Lesbian and Gay Parenting (1993)

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