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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

tone

/təʊn/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does tone mean?

noun, verb

The quality of a person's voice or the quality of a sound; a particular attitude or feeling expressed by someone's voice or words. A particular quality or character of a sound, especially one that is perceived as pleasant or unpleasant.

Example

"The tone of the music was melancholic, evoking a sense of sadness."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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