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plangent

adjective

/ˈplændʒənt/

Meaning

having a loud, mournful sound; resonant

The plangent toll of the church bell echoed through the village.

resonant, mournful, sonorous, echoing

silent, muted

plangent bell, plangent sound, plangent music, plangent cry

playful or humorous in speech or behavior

Happening occasionally or in separate parts; related to episodes.

causing damage; harmful

Characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion; not stable or calm.

Breaking new ground; innovative; pioneering.

situated or applied under the tongue