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tonal definition
tonal (tō′nəl)
adjective
of a tone or tonality
Etymology: ML tonalis
Related Forms:
- tonally ton′·ally adverb
Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2005 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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tonal Usage Examples
Modifies a noun
- gradation: Set to the equivalent of ISO 100, the camera certainly offers superior tonal gradations.
Modifying Another Word
- even: But do expect an even tonal balance that never exaggerates the source material, plus a composed top end.
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