Synonyms for Sound
Definition of sound
adjective
- financially secure and safe; "sound investments"; "a sound economy"
- exercising or showing good judgment; "healthy scepticism"; "a healthy fear of rattlesnakes"; "the healthy attitude of French laws"; "healthy relations between labor and management"; "an intelligent solution"; "a sound approach to the problem"; "sound advice"; "no sound explanation for his decision"
- in good condition; free from defect or damage or decay; "a sound timber"; "the wall is sound"; "a sound foundation"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "sound"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like audio, channel, complete can replace "sound" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 20 alternatives available, "sound" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Sound" in song lyrics
See how sound is used in real songs:
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"Forced by others to listen to their sound"
2 Live Crew — Check it Out Y'all -
"I'm down with Luke and the Ghetto Bass sound!"
(2 Live Crew) — This is to Luke From the Posse -
"Yeah, down with Luke and that Ghetto Bass sound!"
(2 Live Crew) — This is to Luke From the Posse