consonance
UK: ˈkɒnsənəns | US: ˈkɑːnsənəns
n. agreement or harmony between components
n. (music) a combination of notes producing a pleasing sound
n. (poetry) repetition of consonant sounds
Derived from Latin consonantia ("sounding together"), from con- (intensifying prefix) + sonare ("to sound"). The term originally described musical harmony, later extending to general agreement and poetic technique. The morpheme son preserves its core meaning across derivatives (e.g., "sonata," "resonance").
The consonance of their opinions made collaboration effortless.
The composer used consonance to create a soothing melody.
"Silken, sad, uncertain" demonstrates consonance with repeated 's' sounds.
Scientific theories must achieve consonance with observable facts.
Medieval chants often prioritize consonance over dissonance.