sonic

adjective son·ic \ˈsä-nik\

: of or relating to sound, sound waves, or the speed of sound

Full Definition of SONIC

: utilizing, produced by, or relating to sound waves <sonic altimeter>; broadly : of or involving sound <sonic pollution>

: having a frequency within the audibility range of the human ear —used of waves and vibrations

: of, relating to, or being the speed of sound in air or about 761 miles per hour (1224 kilometers per hour) at sea level at 59°F (15°C)

— son·i·cal·ly \-ni-k(ə-)lē\ adverb

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First Known Use of SONIC

1923

Rhymes with SONIC

chronic, chthonic, conic, dornick, tonic

SONICALLY Defined for Kids

sonic

adjective son·ic \ˈsä-nik\

Definition of SONIC for Kids

: using, produced by, or relating to sound waves

Word Root of SONIC

The Latin word sonāre, meaning “to make a noise,” gives us the root son. Words from the Latin sonāre have something to do with making noise. A sound is a noise made by someone or something. Something sonic uses the waves noises make as they travel through the air. A sonata is a musical piece in which only one instrument makes noise. To resound is to become filled with noise.

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