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intonate

/ɪnˈtɒneɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does intonate mean?

verb

To give a particular quality or character to something by the way it is spoken, especially to make it sound more interesting or expressive.

Example

"The actor's performance was enhanced by the way he intonated the words, giving them a sense of drama and emotion."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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