reverberate

reverberate

CEFR: C1-C2 /re-ver-ber-ate/ [r.ih0.v.er1.b.er0.ah0.t]

Reverberate is an intransitive verb. The subject used with this verb is often a sound or a light. So when a sound reverberates, it means the sound bounces off a surface such as a wall. Here are example sentences

Example Sentences:
The sound reverberates better in cavernous places, like gyms, or churches
His singing reverberated through the house.

Reverberate can also mean to become filled with voice. In this case, the verb is used with a place. For example:

Example Sentences:
The room reverberated with laughter.