Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Relating to sound or the sense of hearing: Pertaining to the properties, production, transmission, or perception of sound.
   • Relating to the science of acoustics: Concerning the branch of physics that deals with the study of sound, its generation, transmission, and effects.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • The architect considered the acoustical design of the concert hall to be paramount.
  • They conducted an acoustical analysis of the new recording studio.
  • The acoustical properties of the material help to dampen noise.

Advanced Usage

• "Acoustical engineering": The branch of engineering dealing with the control and manipulation of sound.

  • She specialized in acoustical engineering to design better public address systems.

• "Acoustical signature": The distinctive sound pattern or profile of an object or environment.

  • The submarine's acoustical signature was unique and easily identifiable.

Variants and Related Words

• Acoustic (adj): Often used interchangeably with "acoustical," though "acoustic" is more common in general use (e.g., acoustic guitar, acoustic ecology).

  • The room had poor acoustic qualities.

• Acoustics (n, plural): The scientific study of sound or the sound qualities of a room or environment.

  • The acoustics in the cathedral are magnificent for choral music.

Synonyms

• Sonic: Relating to or using sound waves.
• Auditory: Relating to the sense of hearing.
• Phonic: Relating to speech sounds or acoustics.

Related Phrases

• Acoustical tile: A building material designed to absorb sound, used on ceilings or walls.

  • They installed acoustical tiles to reduce echo in the conference room.

• Acoustical treatment: The process of modifying a space to control its sound characteristics.

  • The theater underwent extensive acoustical treatment before the season opened.

Adjective

1. of or relating to the science of acoustics
   • acoustic properties of a hall