ringing
13 synonyms and 1 antonym for ringing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Loud, clear, and resonant, like the sound of a bell.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
resounding
resonant
reverberating
tinnitus
sonority
vibrancy
tintinnabulation
sonorousness
reverberance
plangency
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adjective
Loud, clear, and resonant, like the sound of a bell.
“They declare ringing confirmation for their theories even in the face of feeble data.”
Opposites
How to use ringing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
ringing endorsement
ringing in the ears
ringing sound
Frequently asked questions
What does “ringing” mean?
The word “ringing” means loud, clear, and resonant, like the sound of a bell. In plain terms, a clear, resounding sound, or (as an adjective) full-throated and emphatic.
How do you pronounce “ringing”?
“Ringing” is pronounced RIH-ngihng (/ˈɹɪŋɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “ringing” in a sentence?
Here is “ringing” used in a sentence: “She gave the play a ringing endorsement.”
What part of speech is “ringing”?
Depending on how it is used, “ringing” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “ringing” a common word?
“Ringing” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “ringing” have?
“Ringing” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: loud, clear, and resonant, like the sound of a bell.
What is the difference between "ringing" and "resounding" as adjectives?
Both describe a loud, clear sound, but "ringing" specifically evokes the quality of a bell's sound, as in a "ringing voice." "Resounding" more often describes an emphatic result or reaction, as in a "resounding success," though the two overlap in phrases like "ringing endorsement."
What does it mean to give someone a "ringing endorsement"?
A "ringing endorsement" uses the adjective sense of "ringing" figuratively, meaning an endorsement that is loud, clear, and enthusiastic, leaving no doubt about the speaker's support.
