acoustics (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /əˈkuːstɪks/

Definition

The properties or qualities of a room or building that determine how sound is transmitted and how it reflects off surfaces.

Examples

• The acoustics in the opera house are legendary, making it a favorite venue for singers.

• Architects carefully considered the acoustics when designing the new lecture theater.

• Poor acoustics in the gymnasium made it difficult to understand the announcements.

How to Use acoustics

acoustics of (prepositional phrase)

Referring to the sound properties of a specific place. — "We need to analyze the acoustics of this theater."

Synonyms of acoustics

Words with a similar meaning to acoustics:

• sound quality
• sound properties
• echo
• reverberation

Antonyms of acoustics

Words with the opposite meaning to acoustics:

• silence
• deadness

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