noun🔗ShareA tone whose frequency is an integer multiple of another; a member of the harmonic series."The cello's low note had several overtones, creating a rich, complex sound. "soundmusicphysicsfrequencyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗Share(often in plural) An implicit message (in a film, book, verbal discussion or similar) perceived as overwhelming the explicit message."The teacher's seemingly simple request for feedback had overtones of criticism, making the students hesitant to speak openly. "communicationmedialanguageliteraturestorystylewritingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo give an overtone to."The teacher's voice overtone a sense of excitement about the upcoming field trip. "soundmusicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading