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ringing
When used as an adjective to describe a sound, 'ringing' suggests a quality that is not just loud, but clear, piercing, and sustained. It evokes the image of a bell that continues to vibrate after the initial strike, implying a sense of purity or intensity.
In a medical context, 'ringing in the ears' is the standard layperson's term for tinnitus. It is almost always used with the definite article 'the' or as a general symptom, describing a phantom sound that is perceived internally rather than externally.
Metaphorically, 'ringing' is most commonly paired with words like 'endorsement', 'praise', or 'apology'. In these cases, it does not refer to sound at all, but to the strength and sincerity of the statement. A 'ringing endorsement' is an enthusiastic, unequivocal, and public expression of support. This usage is more formal and emphatic than simply saying 'strong support'.
Avoid using 'ringing' to describe general loud noises (like a crash or a scream); it is specifically reserved for resonant, metallic, or high-pitched sounds that linger.
Meanings
Examples
The church bells gave a ringing endorsement of the victory.
The church bells gave a ringing endorsement of the victory.
I have a constant ringing in my ears after the concert.
The ringing of the bell signaled the end of the class.
Her voice had a ringing quality that filled the entire hall.
Stop that ringing noise immediately.
Stop that ringing noise immediately.
Is that a ringing in your ears or is there actually a phone nearby?
The ringing of the dinner bell always brings the children running.