1
as in symmetrical
having the parts agreeably related
the temples and palaces of ancient Greece are among the most consonant buildings in architectural history
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2
as in consistent
not having or showing any apparent conflict
his gentle behavior is consonant with his expressed belief in pacifism
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Recent Examples of consonant
The result is a slowly shifting kaleidoscope of bright, consonant sound, which, with its pointed title, easily digestible concept, and improvisatory spirit, was also a rejection of the cerebral atonality then in vogue.
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William Robin,
New Yorker,
26 Aug. 2025
Where the republic’s hypocrisy fed its fatal weakness, corruption, the Taliban’s unabashed brutality was consonant with the movement’s strength, its unity.
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Matthieu Aikins Victor J. Blue Peter Ganim Krish Seenivasan Steven Szczesniak,
New York Times,
22 May 2024
By age, regardless of the protests on college campuses, views on U.S. policy among adults aged 18-24 are largely consonant with those among all adults.
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Gary Langer,
ABC News,
3 May 2024
These would then subside into subdued textures marked by consonant harmonies.
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Dallas News,
23 Feb. 2022
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William Robin,
New Yorker,
26 Aug. 2025
Where the republic’s hypocrisy fed its fatal weakness, corruption, the Taliban’s unabashed brutality was consonant with the movement’s strength, its unity.
—
Matthieu Aikins Victor J. Blue Peter Ganim Krish Seenivasan Steven Szczesniak,
New York Times,
22 May 2024
By age, regardless of the protests on college campuses, views on U.S. policy among adults aged 18-24 are largely consonant with those among all adults.
—
Gary Langer,
ABC News,
3 May 2024
These would then subside into subdued textures marked by consonant harmonies.
—
Dallas News,
23 Feb. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consonant
Adjective
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The strapless gown was designed with a cutout beneath the bust line and symmetrical cutouts at the hips augmented by crisscross fabric.
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Old way refers to the original version of voguing, up through the late ’80s, which emphasized clean, symmetrical lines in the body and sharp angles.
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Many of the injuries displayed rectangular, band-like and patterned characteristics consistent with impact from a belt-like object, Detective Balders wrote.
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Improving dead hang time requires consistent practice, gradual progression, and complementary strength exercises.
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Then the other part of it was really kind of finished with Niwel’s beautiful harmonic accompaniment.
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The rhythmic pulse of hand clapping, accompanied by the resounding harmonic messages through voice.
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These buds are compatible with both Apple and Android devices, offering an impressive 9 hours of battery life and an additional 27 hours with the charging case.
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Snag the rarely-on-sale Amazon Smart Plug to control compatible home appliances by voice, then pick up this handheld fan that’s kept me cool during humid 90-degree days in New York City.
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Brazil takes on Japan in an enticing first game of the day, while the Netherlands and Morocco meet in one of the more balanced matchups of the round.
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But rigatoni's firm, chewy texture contrasts with the silky sauce, creating a more balanced bite.
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The result is an elegant estate where guests can have a refined Irish breakfast, enjoy afternoon tea or cocktails come sunset.
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Upano’s operatic scope and clean, elegant sentences really swept me off my feet.
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Beyond the absurdly catchy music and the rom-com story, part of the show’s joyfulness comes from its colorful costumes and beachy aesthetic.
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Your kitchen needs to work for you and reflect your daily life, so Brien suggests going beyond the aesthetic and personalizing it to better fit your lifestyle.
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Not only is the water less aesthetically pleasing, but Abrams is wary of it.
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Crittall-style windows and doors the light and provide a pleasing symmetry.
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“Consonant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consonant. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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