Harmonious
/hɑːrˈməʊniəs/
Definitions
2 meaningsHaving parts that fit together well; pleasing to the eye or ear.
/hɑːrˈməʊniəs/
Characterized by agreement or consistency.
The choir sang a harmonious song that filled the church.
💡 Simply: Imagine a team where everyone gets along and works towards the same goal. A *harmonious* team is like a great song – everything just clicks! For instance: 'Their new home had a harmonious color scheme; the walls, floors, and furniture looked great together.'
👶 For kids: When things sound or look nice together and get along well, that's harmonious! Like a happy song with instruments that sound good together.
More Examples
The couple created a harmonious home by coordinating their tastes.
The harmonious blend of flavors in the dish impressed the chef.
How It's Used
"The orchestra played a harmonious melody."
"They lived a harmonious life, always supporting each other."
"The color palette was harmonious, creating a sense of balance."
Marked by agreement in feeling, attitude, or action.
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Free from conflict or disagreement.
The neighbors maintained a harmonious relationship despite their differing opinions.
💡 Simply: Think of a group of friends or a family who all get along and share similar feelings. A *harmonious* group is friendly and happy together! 'Despite their differences, they found a way to live in harmonious peace.'
👶 For kids: When people get along and are nice to each other, that's harmonious, like when friends play together nicely.
More Examples
The meeting ended with a harmonious agreement between the parties.
The team worked together in a harmonious manner to finish the project.
How It's Used
"They were attempting to build a harmonious relationship between the two countries."
"The community strived for a harmonious existence."
Synonyms & Antonyms
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Idioms & expressions
in harmony (with)
In agreement or accord; in a state of balance.
"The dancers moved in perfect harmony with the music."
From Latin *harmoniōsus*, from Greek *harmonikos* 'harmonious, musical', from *harmos* 'joint, agreement'. Initially associated with music and proportions, later extended to human relationships and aesthetic qualities.
Initially used in musical contexts, describing the blending of sounds, the term later evolved to describe concord in relationships and the pleasing qualities of design and aesthetics.
Memory tip
Think of a symphony orchestra: each instrument contributes to a beautiful, *harmonious* sound. In life, it's about all the parts working well together.
Word Origin
"joint, agreement"