sonic
Prononciation : [ˈsɒnɪk]
Contexte : « sound »
(adjective) related to sound or how sound travels. When something is called sonic, it usually has to do with how fast sound moves or how we hear sounds.
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The sonic waves from the concert filled the entire stadium with music.
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The sound system was not sonic enough, and many people couldn't hear the speaker.
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What does sonic mean in terms of how we experience sound?
Contexte : « speed »
(adjective) describing something that moves as fast as sound, like a jet plane. When something is said to be sonic, it means it can travel at the speed of sound or close to it.
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The fighter jet flew at sonic speed, breaking the sound barrier.
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The car was not sonic, as it moved much slower than the speed of sound.
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What happens when an object reaches sonic speed?
Contexte : « entertainment »
(noun) a character or brand name, commonly known as Sonic the Hedgehog, who is a fast blue hedgehog in video games and cartoons. Sonic is designed for speed and is very popular with kids.
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Sonic is one of my favorite video game characters because he runs so fast.
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Many people like Mario more than Sonic because they find Mario's games more fun.
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Have you ever played a video game with Sonic in it?