Synonyms for

Voices

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

Definition

Sounds made by people or animals when they speak or sing.

Synonyms & similar words

vocalization spokesperson representative phonation interpreter part sound vocalise vocalisation articulation vocalize vox devoice voice vocalism sounds speech vocalization utterance tone inflection articulation expression verbalization words language dialect accent intonation cadence chant chorus refrain song melody

Synonyms by register

Formal

utterances pronouncements expressions

Informal

sounds talk opinions

Literary

chorus threnody refrain

Antonyms

silence quiet stillness mute unspoken

Common collocations

  • raise voices
  • lose voices
  • many voices
  • inner voice
  • collective voice
  • human voices
  • angelic voices
  • disembodied voices

Word family

noun voice
verb voice
adjective vocal

Usage note

The plural 'voices' typically refers to distinct sounds made by people or animals, or to individual opinions or expressions. It can also refer to a specific character's speaking part in a play or film.

Example sentences

  1. The voices of the children playing outside could be heard from inside the house.
  2. She has a beautiful singing voice.
  3. The voices in the choir blended together perfectly.
  4. I cant hear you over the voices in my head.
  5. The politician used his voice to rally the crowd.

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