1. to speak or recite with a particular tone or pitch pattern
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘intonate’
2. to sing or produce musical tones with accurate pitch
Usage: musical context

Examples

• The priest intonates the prayer in a solemn voice.
• She intonates each word carefully during the ceremony.
• The choir director ensures each singer intonates properly.
• He intonates the ancient chant with reverence.
• The actor intonates his lines with dramatic emphasis.
• The cantor intonates the opening verse beautifully.