Consonance Meaning
/ˈkɑn.sə.nəns/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA form of rhyme having the same consonants but different vowels.
nounHarmony; agreement; absence of discordance.
Sentence Examples
The poem featured consonance and rhyme.
Consonance added to the musical quality.
Their voices blended in perfect consonance during the song.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Their ideas were in ____, leading to a harmonious collaboration.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The beautiful harmony of the singing choir achieved perfect vocal ____ during the church performance.
Word Origin & History
From Middle English consonance, from Middle French consonance, from Latin cōnsonantia. Doublet of consonancy. By surface analysis, con- + son- + -ance.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Their ideas were in ____, leading to a harmonious collaboration.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The beautiful harmony of the singing choir achieved perfect vocal ____ during the church performance.