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sound2

 
pronunciation:
saUnd
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part of speech: adjective
inflections: sounder, soundest
definition 1: free of damage; healthy or in good condition.
I felt sound after a good night's sleep.
synonyms:
fit, healthy, intact
antonyms:
unhealthy
similar words:
all right, flawless, hearty, normal, right, robust, sturdy, well
definition 2: having a solid base.
The inspector said that the building was sound and would be standing for years to come.
synonyms:
firm, solid
antonyms:
flimsy, shaky
similar words:
durable, rugged, stable, strong, sturdy, tough
definition 3: stable or secure.
He made a sound investment that helped to pay for his daughter's college tuition.
similar words:
dependable, prudent, reliable, safe, secure, stable, well-off
definition 4: continuous and deep.
The princess fell into a sound sleep for a hundred years.
antonyms:
light
similar words:
continuous, deep, heavy
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derivations: soundly (adv.), soundness (n.)
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