intone (Meaning)
intone (v)
utter monotonously and repetitively and rhythmically
recite with musical intonation; recite as a chant or a psalm
speak carefully, as with rising and falling pitch or in a particular tone
intone (v. t.)
To utter with a musical or prolonged note or tone; to chant; as, to intone the church service.
intone (v. i.)
To utter a prolonged tone or a deep, protracted sound; to speak or recite in a measured, sonorous manner; to intonate.
Synonyms & Antonyms of intone
intone Sentence Examples
- The priest began to intone the sacred verses, creating a solemn atmosphere in the church.
- The singer's voice echoed through the concert hall as she started to intone a haunting melody.
- During the ceremony, the officiant intoned the traditional wedding vows.
- The professor would often intone important concepts in a measured and deliberate manner.
- The ancient ritual involved intoning chants to honor the spirits of the ancestors.
- The meditation guide encouraged participants to intone calming mantras to enhance mindfulness.
- In the monastery, the monks would gather to intone prayers at specific times of the day.
- As the poet recited his verses, he would intentionally intone certain lines for emphasis.
- The teacher asked the students to intone the chorus of the song in unison during music class.
- In the opera, the tenor's powerful voice would intone the emotional arias that moved the audience.
FAQs About the word intone
utter monotonously and repetitively and rhythmically, recite with musical intonation; recite as a chant or a psalm, speak carefully, as with rising and falling
sing,chant, roar,intonate, chime, bellow,chorus, belt
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The priest began to intone the sacred verses, creating a solemn atmosphere in the church.
The singer's voice echoed through the concert hall as she started to intone a haunting melody.
During the ceremony, the officiant intoned the traditional wedding vows.
The professor would often intone important concepts in a measured and deliberate manner.
