tympanitic

/tɪmˈpænɪtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Resembling or suggestive of a drum; having a resonant, booming quality.

“The tympanitic sound of the bass guitar filled the auditorium.”

2. noun

A tympanitic sound or quality.

“The tympanitic echo off the canyon walls was eerie.”

Synonyms

  • drumlike
  • resonant

Antonyms

  • inaudible
  • muted