Is 'resonate' formal or informal?

What's the difference between 'resonate' and 'echo'?

How do I use 'resonate' in a sentence?

Can 'resonate' be used for ideas and music?

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resonate

/ˈrɛzəneɪt/

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verb

To evoke shared feelings or ideas; to strongly connect with someone.

Her speech resonates with young voters.
The theme resonates across the novel.
This song resonates with my childhood.

Adinary Nuance

Near-neighbors: 'resonate' suits ideas, emotions, or art and feels stronger than 'echo' or 'reflect'. Use it when you want to show deep connection or shared meaning rather than simple repetition.

In other languages

Spanish: Resonar
Japanese: 共鳴する
Korean: 공명하다
Vietnamese: Rungg响
Chinese: 共鸣

Common phrases

resonate withresonate deeplyresonate across cultures

Synonyms

connect harmonize correspond chime vibrate

Related words

echo reflect vibrate harmonize impact

Frequently asked questions

Is 'resonate' formal or informal?: Is 'resonate' formal or informal?
What's the difference between 'resonate' and 'echo'?: What's the difference between 'resonate' and 'echo'?
How do I use 'resonate' in a sentence?: How do I use 'resonate' in a sentence?
Can 'resonate' be used for ideas and music?: Can 'resonate' be used for ideas and music?