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intone Synonyms

Another word for intone

Choosing another word for intone depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To say or recite something with little rise and fall of the pitch of the voice, or in a solemn, resonant chanting manner.

Usage Example

"The priest began to chant the ancient prayers as the congregation bowed their heads in silence."

Strongest
chant
Strong
recite
cantillate
modulate
Weak
utter

• verb (Context 2)

To utter the opening phrase of a liturgical chant or psalm in order to set the musical pitch for the choir or congregation.

Usage Example

"The cantor stepped forward to chant the opening verse of the evening vespers."

Strong
chant
Weak
inchoate

Opposites of intone

The opposite of intone shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

whisper
mumble
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• Nearby Words

intolerantly
intolerantness
intonation
intone
intoxicant
intoxicate
intoxicated

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Intone. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/intone
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