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Synonyms & Similar Words
melody
harmony
tune
song
composition
symphony
orchestra
chorus
refrain
hymn
psalm
cantata
oratorio
opera
concerto
sonata
suite
nocturne
rhapsody
aria
duet
trio
quartet
quintet
sextet
septet
octet
serenade
ballad
carol
anthem
motet
madrigal
glee
minuet
waltz
polka
mazurka
tango
salsa
jazz
blues
rock
pop
folk
classical
instrumental
vocal
choral
a cappella
acoustic
electric
Meaning of Music
The art or science of combining sounds to produce a pleasing or meaningful whole.
Definitions
- The art or science of combining sounds, especially of musical quality, to produce a pleasing or meaningful whole.
- * A sound or combination of sounds having a pleasing quality, especially one that is pleasing to the ear.
- * A particular example or type of music, such as classical music or rock music.
Etymology of Music
The word "music" comes from Old French "musique", from Latin "musica", from Greek "μουσική" (mousikē), meaning "art of the Muses".
The term has been used in English since the 13th century to refer to the art or science of combining sounds to produce a pleasing or meaningful whole.
Example Uses
- The concert featured a wide range of music, from classical to jazz.
- * She has a beautiful voice and loves to sing music from the musicals.
- * The music of the 1960s was characterized by its use of electric instruments and socially conscious lyrics.