syntonic

/sɪnˈtɒnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by the production of a pure tone

“The musician found that using a syntonic tuning fork helped him achieve a more precise pitch.”

2. noun

a pair of tones that have a simple ratio to each other

“The researcher studied the properties of a syntonic series to understand its effects on sound waves.”

Synonyms

  • harmonic
  • resonant

Antonyms

  • discordant
  • dissonant