Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Modulation.
Modulation - as a noun
(electronics) the transmission of a signal by using it to vary a carrier wave; changing the carrier's amplitude or frequency or phase
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
transmission14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Rise and fall of the voice pitch
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
intonation10pitch contourHypernyms (Closely Related)
inflection15prosody13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A manner of speaking in which the loudness or pitch or tone of the voice is modified
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inflection15The act of modifying or adjusting according to due measure and proportion (as with regard to artistic effect)
Example Sentences
"The modulation of his voice indicated his nervousness."
"Musicians use modulation to transition between different keys in a song."
"The scientist studied the effects of modulation on brain activity."
"The modulation of the radio signal allowed for clear transmission."
"The modulation of light waves is crucial in fiber optics."
Word Game Points
Is MODULATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, modulation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MODULATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is MODULATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, modulation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMODULATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is MODULATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, modulation is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMODULATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
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