echo

/ˈɛkə‌ʊ/

/ˈɛkoʊ/

Echo

the repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves

an imitation or repetition

a reflected television or radio or radar beam

a close parallel of a feeling, idea, style, etc.

repetition of another person's opinions or statements, particularly to show support or agreement

(Greek mythology) a nymph who was spurned by Narcissus and pined away until only her voice remained

to echo

MAIN VERB

to repeat opinions or statements of another person, particularly to show support or agreement

synonyms : repeat

ring or echo with sound

synonyms : resound

call to mind

synonyms : recall

Examples

1. The blond child's laughter echoed in the playground.

2. Her cry of pain echoed through the room as she stubbed her toe.

3. During the camping trip, we heard the calls of wild birds echoing through the woods.

4. The warlock's robes echo the classic depiction of powerful magic users, like Merlin.