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Vocal

Verb / ˈvəʊkʌl / Another word for vocal — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to the voice or singing

Synonyms & similar words

outspoken song vocalmusic instrumental verbal spoken oral voiced articulate expressive vocalic sonant uttered phonetic singing chanting lyrical melodic tuneful harmonic choral unison harmonious

Synonyms by register

Formal

articulate eloquent expressive

Informal

outspoken vocalic chatty

Literary

sonorous resonant

Antonyms

silent quiet mute unspoken unvoiced speechless

Common collocations

  • vocal cords
  • vocal cords are
  • vocal minority
  • vocal cords dysfunction
  • vocal performance
  • vocal teacher
  • vocal range
  • vocal fry

Word family

noun voice
verb vocalize
adjective vocal
adverb vocally

Usage note

As an adjective, 'vocal' means expressing opinions or feelings openly and strongly. It can also refer to sound produced by the voice or speech organs.

Example sentences

  1. The bird's vocal sounds were very melodious.
  2. She had a vocal range of three octaves.
  3. The vocal coach helped her improve her singing technique.
  4. The opera singer had a powerful vocal performance.
  5. He had a very distinctive vocal style.

Quotes

  • Music is the divine way to tell beautiful, poetic things to the heart. - Pablo Casals
  • Music is the strongest form of magic. - Marilyn Manson
  • To sing is to pray twice. - St. Augustine

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