nasality

/næˈsælɪti/

Definitions

1. noun

The quality or state of being nasal, especially in speech, characterized by a resonance that gives a hollow, indistinct sound.

“The nasality of the singer’s voice made it difficult to understand what she was singing.”

2. noun

A nasal sound or quality, especially in speech or music.

“The nasality of the cello’s lowest notes added depth to the symphony.”

Synonyms

  • nasal quality
  • nasalness

Antonyms

  • acuteness
  • clarity