intonable

/ɪnˈtəʊnəbəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

capable of being intoned, especially in a musical or solemn manner

“The choir sang a hauntingly intonable hymn during the church service.”

2. noun

a phrase or line of poetry or song that is difficult or impossible to intone

“The poet’s use of alliteration created an intonable passage that was hard to read aloud.”

Synonyms

  • intonation
  • intonative

Antonyms

  • clear
  • distinct