1. of, relating to, or being homonyms; having the same name or sound but different meanings
Usage: formal; primarily used in linguistics and grammar contexts

Examples

• The words 'bank' and 'bank' are homonymic because they sound identical but have different meanings.
• Homonymic confusion often occurs when learners encounter words like 'lead' (to guide) and 'lead' (the metal).
• The teacher explained the homonymic relationship between 'right' (correct) and 'right' (direction).
• In linguistics, homonymic pairs present interesting challenges for language learners.
• The homonymic nature of English creates ambiguity in written and spoken communication.