ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Reverberation

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ɹiˈvɜː(ɹ)bəɹeɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Reverberation is a noun meaning A violent oscillation or vibration.

Meaning

A violent oscillation or vibration.

More Meanings

  1. An echo, or a series of overlapping echoes.
  2. The reflection of light or heat; a reflection in, or as though in, a mirror.
  3. (chiefly in the plural) An evolving series of effects resulting from a particular event; a repercussion.

Example Sentences

The discomfort caused by the bat's reverberation surprised Tommy.
The reverberation that followed Marilyn's shout filled the cavern.
Reverberations from the Vietnam war affect our society to this day.
Like the several reverberations of the same image from two opposite looking glasses.

Word Forms

Synonyms for reverberation

Depending on context, synonyms include echo.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include echo, verberation, reboation, ring, resonance, roll.

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