loudness Meaning & Definition
/ˈlaʊdnəs/
What Does Loudness Mean?
Loudness is a noun that means Strength of sound: how loud it is. It is also used to mean The perceptual strength or amplitude of sound pressure, measured in sones or phons.
Quick Facts About Loudness
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈlaʊdnəs/ |
| Synonyms | intensity, volume and gaudiness |
| Antonyms | softness |
| Plural | loudnesses |
Loudness Definition (Noun)
- Strength of sound: how loud it is.
- The perceptual strength or amplitude of sound pressure, measured in sones or phons.
- The physical strength of the sound pressure level, measured in decibels.
Synonyms of Loudness
Loudness synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Loudness
Word Forms & Grammar
loudness (countable and uncountable, plural loudnesses)
Words That Rhyme With Loudness
Origin of Loudness
From Middle English loudnesse, lowdenesse, equivalent to loud + -ness. Compare Old English hlūdnes.
Questions People Ask About Loudness
What part of speech is loudness?
Loudness is a noun.
What is another word for loudness?
Close synonyms of loudness are intensity, volume and gaudiness. See the full list of loudness synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of loudness?
The opposite of loudness is softness.
What is the plural of loudness?
The plural of loudness is loudnesses.