English Words for "Sound and Size" | ACT Vocabulary

blare

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a sharp and piercing sound, typically from music, a horn, or other sources, often characterized by its intensity and lack of subtlety

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The blare of the emergency siren echoed through the city streets.

The blare of the loudspeaker drowned out the chatter of the crowd.

rattle

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a distinct and repetitive sound characterized by rapid and sharp vibrations, often caused by objects shaking or moving loosely

shriek

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a sudden, high-pitched cry or scream that is sharp and piercing in nature

thrum

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a continuous, low, vibrating sound, often rhythmic or steady in nature

gurgle

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the gentle and rhythmic sound produced by liquid flowing or moving through a narrow passage, often with a bubbling or murmuring quality

clang

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a sharp sound made by metal objects hitting each other or a hard surface

crackle

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the sharp, popping sound produced by the rapid expansion or combustion of materials, often associated with fire or heating

bellow

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a deep, loud, and resonant sound, often produced by a human or an animal, conveying strength or intensity

creak

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a high-pitched, squeaking sound, typically produced by something wooden or metallic when under pressure or movement

rhythm

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a strong repeated pattern of musical notes or sounds

What is "rhythm"?

Rhythm is a pattern of sounds or beats that repeats at regular intervals. In literature, it often refers to the arrangement of stressed and unstressed syllables in poetry, creating a flow or beat. In music, rhythm involves the timing of notes and chords, creating a structured pattern of beats and pauses. Rhythm helps to set the pace and mood of a piece, making it more engaging and dynamic. For instance, in poetry, a regular pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables creates a rhythmic flow, while in music, the rhythm of drum beats or instrumental sections provides a foundation for the composition.

to reverberate

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to resound or echo with a deep, prolonged sound, often creating a lasting impression or effect

to jangle

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to produce a discordant, harsh, and ringing sound, typically caused by the clashing or rattling of metallic objects

grandiose

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overly impressive in size or appearance, often to the point of being excessive or showy in a negative way

minuscule

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incredibly small in size

diminutive

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much smaller than what is normal

gigantic

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extremely large in size or extent

enormous

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extremely large in physical dimensions

lofty

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(of a mountain, building, etc.) very tall and outstanding

microscopic

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too small to be seen with the naked eye

oversized

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larger than the standard or usual size

massive

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extremely large or heavy

miniature

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much smaller in scale or size compared to the usual form

magnitude

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the measurable size of phenomena such as distance, mass, speed, luminosity, etc. based on quantitative scale

to inflate

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to expand or become swollen with air or gas

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to deflate

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to release and empty air or gas from a container, causing it to become less inflated

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to contract

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to become smaller, narrower, or tighter

expand

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