adjective
Uncommon
ringing
RIH-ngihng
Ringing (adjective) means Loud, clear, and resonant, like the sound of a bell. Example: “She gave the play a ringing endorsement.”
adjective
1
Loud, clear, and resonant, like the sound of a bell.
"They declare ringing confirmation for their theories even in the face of feeble data."
— Natalie Angiers, The Guardian (1999)
"She gave the play a ringing endorsement."
"The choir finished with a ringing chorus that filled the whole church."
"He answered the question in a ringing voice that everyone in the hall could hear."
noun
1
A continuous ringing sound, especially in the ears.
"The concert left a ringing in his ears for hours."
"After the fireworks there was a faint ringing in my ears all evening."
"The doctor asked how long she had noticed the ringing."
How to use ringing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA clear, resounding sound, or (as an adjective) full-throated and emphatic.
Common pairings
ringing endorsement
ringing in the ears
ringing sound
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Word forms
- Plural
- ringings
- Comparative
- more ringing
- Superlative
- most ringing
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Rhymes for ringing
singing
winging
pinging
swinging
bringing
clinging
stinging
wringing
flinging
springing
stringing
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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.
