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Synonyms & Similar Words
chime
ring
clang
clink
tinkle
clangor
peal
toll
ding
dong
chime in
resonance
echo
reverberation
vibration
hum
murmur
buzz
whir
whizz
trill
quaver
tremolo
warble
melody
harmony
carol
hymn
tune
air
strain
refrain
ditty
jingle bells
tinkle bells
bell ring
knell
toot
tootle
beep
blare
blast
clangorous
sonorous
resonant
cacophonous
discordant
harmonious
melodic
symphonic
orchestral
Meaning of Jingle
A short catchy song or tune, especially one used in advertising.
Definitions
- A short song, typically catch and memorable, used especially in advertising
- A ringing or tinkling sound, especially of a bell or bells
- To make a ringing or tinkling sound, especially with bells
Etymology of Jingle
The word "jingle" has its roots in the Middle English word "jangelen", which is derived from the Old French word "jangler", meaning to ring or clang, and is also related to the Latin word "jangulare", meaning to bray or neigh like a donkey
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the sound of bells or other metallic objects, and its meaning has expanded over time to include the concept of a short, catchy tune
Example Uses
- The company used a catchy jingle in their advertisement to grab people's attention
- The sound of the wind chimes created a gentle jingle that was soothing to listen to
- The ice cream truck drove down the street, playing a familiar jingle that attracted kids from all around
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
silence
quiet
stillness
noiselessness
soundlessness
muteness
dumbness
inaudibility
faintness
softness
whisper
murmur
hush
lull
calm
peacefulness
serenity
tranquility
noise reduction
soundproofing
muffling
dampening
deadening
stifling
suppression