Stentorian — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /sten-ˈtȯr-ē-ən/ sten·to·ri·an

Meaning & Definition of Stentorian

Stentorian (adjective)

  1. extremely loud

Stentorian (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. marked by a high volume of sound

    "the professor's stentorian voice was enough to keep even the drowsiest student awake"

    similar: blaring, blasting, booming, clamorous, clangorous, deafening, earsplitting, loud, piercing, plangent, resounding, ringing, roaring, slam-bang, sonorous, thundering, thunderous
    related: brazen, dinning, discordant, noisy, obstreperous, raucous, rip-roaring, vociferous, grating, harsh, overloud, sharp, shrill, squealing, strident
    opposite: gentle, low, soft
    near: dead, quiet, silent, still, stilly, ultraquiet, calm, dreamy, peaceful, restful, serene, soothing, tranquil, hushed, muffled, muted, softened, toned (down)

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Stentorian

The most common words with a similar meaning to Stentorian:

blaring, blasting, booming, clamorous, clangorous, deafening, earsplitting, loud, piercing, plangent, resounding, ringing, roaring, slam-bang, sonorous, thundering, thunderous

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Stentorian

Words with the opposite meaning of Stentorian:

gentle, low, soft

Related Words for Stentorian

brazen, dinning, discordant, noisy, obstreperous, raucous, rip-roaring, vociferous, grating, harsh, overloud, sharp, shrill, squealing, strident

Near Antonyms of Stentorian

dead, quiet, silent, still, stilly, ultraquiet, calm, dreamy, peaceful, restful, serene, soothing, tranquil, hushed, muffled, muted, softened, toned (down)

Origin & Etymology of Stentorian

First known use: 1605

Frequently Asked Questions about Stentorian

What does "Stentorian" mean?

"Stentorian" means extremely loud. As an adjective, it is defined as: extremely loud.

What is another word for "Stentorian"?

Other words for "Stentorian" include blaring, blasting, booming, clamorous, clangorous, deafening, earsplitting and loud. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Stentorian" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Stentorian"?

There are 32 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Stentorian". Common alternatives include blaring, blasting, booming, clamorous, clangorous, deafening, earsplitting, loud, piercing and plangent.

What is the opposite of "Stentorian"?

Antonyms of "Stentorian" include gentle, low and soft. Near antonyms include dead, quiet, silent and still.

How do you use "Stentorian" in a sentence?

Examples of "Stentorian" in a sentence: "the professor's stentorian voice was enough to keep even the drowsiest student awake".

Is "Stentorian" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Stentorian" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Stentorian"?

"Stentorian" is pronounced /sten-ˈtȯr-ē-ən/ and divided into syllables as sten·to·ri·an.

What is the origin of the word "Stentorian"?

First known use: 1605.