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What is another word for Trill? – 121 Trill Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    quake shiver shudder tremble quiver vibrate oscillate wobble flutter tremor convulse palpitate throbs pulsate undulate ripple wave swing rock sway jiggle joggle shake quail falter waver fluctuate teeter totter stagger

    Meaning of Trill

    The primary meaning of the word "Trill" refers to a sound, especially a bird's song, or a musical note that vibrates or trembles.

    Definitions

    • A rapid alternation of two sounds, especially a consonant and a vowel, in speech
    • A musical ornament consisting of a rapid alternation between two notes, typically a semitone apart
    • A trembling or quivering sound, especially of a bird's song

    Etymology of Trill

    The word "Trill" originated from the Old French "triller", which is derived from the Latin "trillare", meaning "to make a prolonged sound"
    Historically, the word has been used to describe the sound of birds singing, as well as musical ornaments and instrumental sounds

    Example Uses

    • The bird's trill filled the air as it sang its morning song
    • The musician's fingers moved deftly over the keys, creating a beautiful trill in the melody
    • The doctor listened carefully to the patient's heartbeat, noticing a slight trill in the rhythm

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    silence stillness quiet calm steadiness stability firmness solidity steadiness consistency uniformity monotony dullness flatness lifelessness inactivity inertness stagnation motionlessness