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What is another word for Chime? – 124 Chime Synonyms

    Need another word for Chime? Use these synonyms of Chime from our thesaurus to say it differently.


    Synonyms & Similar Words

    ring sound toll clang peal resonance echo reverberation vibration hum buzz chime in harmonize resonate sing trill quaver tremolo jingle tinkle clink clank clangor din noise knell gong bell tone pitch timbre sonority melody harmony symphony cacophony discord

    Meaning of Chime

    According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "chime" refers to a ringing or tinkling sound, especially of a bell, or a harmonious sound produced by instruments.

    Definitions

    • Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines "chime" as a resonant, ringing sound, or to produce a musical sound, especially in harmony with others.
    • Cambridge Dictionary describes "chime" as a clear, ringing sound, especially one made by a bell, or to make a sound that is in harmony with other sounds.

    Example Uses

    • The wind chimes outside my window produce a soothing sound on a breezy day.
    • The church bell began to chime, signaling the start of the service.
    • Her voice chimed in with the others, creating a beautiful harmony.
    • The clock tower's chime echoed through the city square every hour.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    silence quiet stillness mute muffled dull flat discordant jarring grating harsh shrill cacophonous dissonant unharmonious inharmonious unsynchronized uncoordinated asynchronous arrhythmic toneless pitchless