tone
From the Middle French 'ton', from Latin 'tonus', from Ancient Greek 'τόνος' (tónos).
NOUN
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Antonyms
dissonance
The quality or character of a sound, often used to describe its pitch, intonation, or timbre; can also refer to the emotional character conveyed by speech or writing.
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- The musician adjusted the tone of the guitar to achieve a richer sound. — 音楽家はギターのトーンを調整して豊かな音を得た。
- The intonation and tone of her voice indicated her feelings about the situation. — 彼女の声の抑揚とトーンは、その状況に対する彼女の感情を示していた。
register: formal
VERB
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To adjust the tone of an object, often referring to the modulation or alteration of sound in music or voice.
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| toned | toning |
- He decided to tone down the bright colors in his painting for a more subdued effect. — 彼は絵画の明るい色合いをトーンダウンして、より落ち着いた効果を出すことに決めた。
- It is important to modulate your voice to maintain the audience's attention during a presentation. — プレゼンテーション中に聴衆の注意を維持するためには、声のトーンを調整することが重要です。
register: formal
ADJ
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Describing a color that is characterized by a specific degree of saturation or brightness.
- The artist chose a more colored palette for her latest collection, showcasing vibrant tones. — アーティストは最新のコレクションにより多くの色合いのパレットを選び、鮮やかなトーンを表現した。
- The wall was painted in a saturated tone of blue, making the room feel more lively. — 壁は青の鮮やかなトーンで塗られており、部屋がより生き生きとした印象を与えていた。
register: formal