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Counterpoint Common

Counterpoint has 6 different meanings across 2 categories:

Noun · Verb

Definitions
Noun
1

a musical form involving the simultaneous sound of two or more melodies

2

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.

3

Obsolete form of counterpane.

Verb
1

to show differences when compared; be different

"the students contrast considerably in their artistic abilities"

2

write in counterpoint

"Bach perfected the art of counterpointing"

3

To compose or arrange such music.

Related Terms
Broader Terms (hypernyms)
polyphony differ compose
Narrower Terms (hyponyms)
oppose conflict foil
Rhyming Words
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