counterpoint (9 synonym found)

Counterpoint has 9 synonyms. The top synonyms for counterpoint are polyphony, vis-a-vis, contrapunto, false music, polyphonism, contrapuntal, faux-bourdon, musica ficta and 1 more. Another word for counterpoint is polyphony. Browse the full list below.

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What is a synonym for counterpoint?

A common synonym for counterpoint is polyphony. Other synonyms include vis-a-vis, contrapunto, false music, polyphonism.

How many synonyms does counterpoint have?

Counterpoint has 9 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does counterpoint mean?

(n): a melody added to an existing one, especially one added to provide harmony whilst each retains its simultaneous identity; a composition consisting of such contrapuntal melodies; any similar contr

Definition of counterpoint:

(n) : a melody added to an existing one, especially one added to provide harmony whilst each retains its simultaneous identity; a composition consisting of such contrapuntal melodies; any similar contrasting element in a work of art
(v) : to compose or arrange such music
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Definition of counterpoint:

(n) : a melody added to an existing one, especially one added to provide harmony whilst each retains its simultaneous identity; a composition consisting of such contrapuntal melodies; any similar contrasting element in a work of art
(v) : to compose or arrange such music
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