overtones Synonyms
overtones Meaning
overtones
an accompanying result, quality, or meaning, harmonic sense 2, the color of the light reflected (as by a paint), a secondary effect, quality, or meaning, any of a series of higher tones related to and produced along with a base tone that make up the whole sound of a musical tone, one of the higher tones produced simultaneously with the fundamental and that with the fundamental comprise a complex musical tone
overtones Sentence Examples
- The musician's guitar strumming had a soft and delicate overtone that lingered in the air.
- The singer's voice carried overtones of longing and regret that evoked deep emotions.
- The antique furniture in the grand hall exuded an air of richness with its warm and mellow overtones.
- The incense burned in the temple emanated a subtle yet distinct overtone of sandalwood and amber.
- The gentle breeze rustling through the leaves created a soft and rustling overtone that calmed the spirits.
- The crashing waves on the beach produced an overtone of power and majesty that filled the air.
- The church bells tolled with a resounding overtone that echoed through the surrounding streets.
- The buzzing of bees in the garden created a harmonious overtone that filled the air with sweetness.
- The crackling of a campfire amidst the snowy wilderness produced a comforting and inviting overtone.
- The passionate speeches delivered at the rally had an overtone of urgency and conviction that inspired the crowd.
FAQs About the word overtones
an accompanying result, quality, or meaning, harmonic sense 2, the color of the light reflected (as by a paint), a secondary effect, quality, or meaning, any of
tones, hues,undertones, tinges, tinctures, colors, shades, contrasts,tints, primary colors
achromatisms,,
The musician's guitar strumming had a soft and delicate overtone that lingered in the air.
The singer's voice carried overtones of longing and regret that evoked deep emotions.
The antique furniture in the grand hall exuded an air of richness with its warm and mellow overtones.
The incense burned in the temple emanated a subtle yet distinct overtone of sandalwood and amber.
