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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

tonus

/ˈtoʊnəs/ noun · British & US
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What does tonus mean?

noun

Tonus refers to the state of being tense or strained, often used to describe the quality of a sound or a musical performance. It can also describe a state of being in a high or elevated state of being.

Example

"The singer's tonus was impressive, conveying a sense of drama and emotion through her powerful voice."

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