Synonyms for
Tones
Definition
Tones are the different pitches of sound that make up music or speech.
Synonyms & similar words
tonicity
spirit
wholestep
intone
quality
tint
inflect
tincture
flavour
shade
tone
feeling
timbre
toneup
toneofvoice
note
timber
wholetone
look
flavor
atonicity
chant
feel
step
modulate
notes
sounds
vibrations
timbres
intensities
inflections
modulations
articulations
accents
nuances
undertones
overtones
resonances
harmonies
melodies
rhythms
beats
cadences
tempos
pitches
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- tone of voice
- musical tones
- warm tones
- cool tones
- tone deaf
- tone down
- tone up
- tone of the article
Word family
Usage note
The word 'tones' can refer to the pitch of a voice, the color of something, or the general feeling or attitude conveyed. Be mindful of the context to understand the intended meaning.
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Example sentences
- The piano has different tones depending on which keys are played.
- The teacher used a stern tone to get the students attention.
- The animal made a low growling tone to show its displeasure.
- The actor used a sarcastic tone to make the audience laugh.
- The phone made a high-pitched tone when the text message was received.