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Resonating

/ˈrɛzəˌneɪtɪŋ/
verbCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As verb
  1. 1

    To produce or be filled with a deep, full, reverberating sound.

    "The sound of the bell resonated through the valley."
  2. 2

    To evoke or suggest images, memories, and emotions.

    "Her story resonated with many in the audience."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'resonating' originates from the Latin 'resonare', meaning 'to resound', which evolved through Middle English. The term has shifted from a purely physical description of sound waves to a broader metaphorical use in emotional and intellectual contexts.

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