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reverberation

noun

the repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves

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Word length
13
Starts with
R
Ends with
N
Contains
EV
Scrabble score
18
CEFR level
A2

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Pronunciation

ɹiˈvɜː(ɹ)bəɹeɪʃən

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noun

  1. the repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves

    “she could hear echoes of her own footsteps”

noun

  1. a remote or indirect consequence of some action

    “his declaration had unforeseen repercussions”

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Example Sentences

she could hear echoes of her own footsteps
his declaration had unforeseen repercussions
reverberations of the market crash were felt years later

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