Synonyms of tones

tones

noun

plural of tone

1

as in modes

a distinctive way of putting ideas into words

the angry tone of his letter makes it clear he doesn't want to speak to me ever again

Synonyms & Similar Words

• modes
• manners
• styles
• veins
• locutions
• fashions
• phraseologies
• idioms
• expressions
• elocution
• addresses
• connotations
• deliveries
• colloquialisms
• regionalisms
• archaisms
• denotations
• acceptations

2

as in shades

a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished

fall fashions in deep jewel tones

Synonyms & Similar Words

• shades
• colors
• hues
• tints
• colorations
• tinges
• tinctures
• colorings
• overtones
• undertones
• contrasts
• casts
• saturations
• values
• primary colors
• pigmentations
• secondary colors
• chromas
• chromaticities
• tertiary colors
• colorways

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• achromatisms

3

as in natures

the set of qualities that makes a person, a group of people, or a thing different from others

all that showbiz glitz is out of keeping with the tone of the college

Synonyms & Similar Words

• natures
• personalities
• colors
• selves
• characters
• characteristics
• clays
• constitutions
• complexions
• features
• spirits
• compositions
• dispositions
• temperaments
• traits
• essences
• flavors
• genii
• properties
• attributes
• geniuses
• habits
• sorts
• tempers
• grains
• metals
• substances
• stamps
• singularities
• souls
• interiors
• hallmarks
• earmarks
• individualities
• ways
• marks
• points
• stuff
• makeups
• savors
• essentialities
• savours
• interiorities

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of tones

This ensures our testing base spans different skin tones, genders, and dermatological conditions. —Sarah Han, Allure, 24 Dec. 2024

Later Barbie would embrace ethnic identities and various skin tones. —Dawn Mitchell, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024

Look at this year’s best iterations, available in wearable hues, from matte blacks to rich, gem tones, and a variety of silhouettes (cropped! —Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024

Makeup artist Bob Scott told Allure that the Radiant Creamy Concealer is his go-to, especially for darker skin tones. —Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 23 Dec. 2024

This season, burgundy ties symbolize confidence and sophistication, and Mountain & Sackett burgundy designs blend rich tones and smooth textures, perfect for making a statement this season. —Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024

The far-right have generated numerous conspiracy theories about Soros trying to buy influence and shape politics - often with antisemitic tones. —Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024

The skin tones of these black actors, seen in mundane settings, achieve an aesthetic advance that elevates Leigh’s sociological vision. —Armond White, National Review, 11 Dec. 2024

Founded by singer-songwriter Rihanna, the cosmetics brand entered the market with 40 foundation shades, effectively throwing down the gauntlet to an industry that had historically alienated women of color by limiting its palette to lighter skin tones. —Tripp Westbrook, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024