homophonic

/hɒməʊˈfɒnɪk, hɔmoʊˈfɒnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having the same pronunciation as another word but a different meaning, especially when such words are spelled differently.

“The homophonic words ‘to’, ‘too’, and ‘two’ can cause confusion in spoken language.”

2. noun

Words that are pronounced the same but have different meanings or spellings.

“The English language is full of homophonic words that can cause misunderstandings.”

Synonyms

  • homophonal
  • homophonous

Antonyms

  • heterophonic
  • heterophonous