(of a defeat or beating) Severe in nature
(based on instrument used) To produce music
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Sturdy and stable in nature
“It is a very sound building that has held up well despite the elements.”
Based on reason or good judgment
“I try to believe that there is a sound reason for making the design choices we do.”
Competent or reliable in nature
“A sound knowledge of the laws of tennis is a definite prerequisite for becoming a ball boy.”
In good health
“I finally arrived home, safe and sound.”
(of finances) Financially secure or stable
“I have to commend your business on its sound finances.”
(of sleep) Deep and undisturbed in nature
“After a laborious day, I was exhausted and fell into a sound sleep.”
(of a defeat or beating) Severe in nature
“The team was unprepared and suffered a sound defeat.”
Mentally calm, having no emotion too strong or too weak
Not romantic
Firm, strong, or substantial
Real and exactly what it appears to be
Of, characterized by, or consisting of (incontrovertible) facts
Dependable, or capable of being trusted
Without any imperfections or defects
Excellent or splendid
Constructed so as to prevent the passage of water, air, etc.
Pleasant and satisfactory
Suitable or moderately good
Significant in degree or intensity
Reliable and unfailing
Meeting standards for safe flight
Of or relating to sound
Of considerable importance or worth
Producing a profit
Denotes a constructive or productive feeling
Full of virtue, having excellent moral character
Not flawed
Not able or likely to cause harm
Sleeping
Strict or harsh in the treatment of others
Involving or characterized by scholarship
Beneficial to one's health
Able or fit to be sold or marketed
Giving good value or return in relation to the money, time, or effort expended
A thing that can be heard
“The shadow quickly disappeared, and the faint sound of fleeing footsteps could be heard.”
A narrow stretch of water forming an inlet or connecting two wider areas of water
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