euphonious

[ yoo-foh-nee-uh s ]
/ yuˈfoʊ ni əs /
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adjective

pleasant in sound; agreeable to the ear; characterized by euphony: a sweet, euphonious voice.

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Origin of euphonious

First recorded in 1765–75; euphony + -ous

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Words nearby euphonious

euphausiid, euphemism, euphemize, euphonia, euphonic, euphonious, euphonium, euphonize, euphony, euphorbia, euphorbia pilulifera
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Words related to euphonious

agreeable, clear, dulcet, harmonious, mellifluous, melodious, musical, rhythmic, smooth, tuneful

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