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Definition of Counterpoint
1. Noun. A musical form involving the simultaneous sound of two or more melodies.
Generic synonyms: Concerted Music, Polyphonic Music, Polyphony
Examples of category: Inversion
Derivative terms: Contrapuntist
Examples of category: Inversion
Derivative terms: Contrapuntist
2. Verb. To show differences when compared; be different. "The students contrast considerably in their artistic abilities"
Exact synonyms: Contrast
Generic synonyms: Differ
Specialized synonyms: Counterbalance, Oppose, Conflict, Foil
Derivative terms: Contrast, Contrast, Contrast, Contrastive, Contrastive
Generic synonyms: Differ
Specialized synonyms: Counterbalance, Oppose, Conflict, Foil
Derivative terms: Contrast, Contrast, Contrast, Contrastive, Contrastive
3. Verb. Write in counterpoint. "Bach perfected the art of counterpointing"
Definition of Counterpoint
1. n. An opposite point
2. n. The setting of note against note in harmony; the adding of one or more parts to a given canto fermo or melody
3. n. A coverlet; a cover for a bed, often stitched or broken into squares; a counterpane. See 1st Counterpane.
Definition of Counterpoint
1. [v -ED, -ING, -S]