Decrescendo
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌdiːkɹɪˈʃɛndəʊ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Decrescendo is a noun meaning (music) An instruction to play gradually more softly.
Meaning
(music) An instruction to play gradually more softly.
More Meanings
- A gradual decrease in volume or loudness of a piece of music.
- (music) To gradually become quieter
- becoming quieter gradually.
Example Sentences
The peace was ended by the sound of an approaching train, the steady exhaust beat that has its own appeal, and amid a cloud of steam a rebuilt "Scot" burst from under the bridge at the south end of the station, and roared past at high speed. A long line of lighted windows flashed past, and then, in decrescendo, the sound and fury passed northwards.
Word Forms
- decrescendos
- decrescendi
- decrescendoing
- decrescendoed
Synonyms for decrescendo
Depending on context, synonyms include diminuendo, decreasing.
Antonyms for decrescendo
Common opposites include crescendo.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include diminuendo, decreasing, crescendo, descrescendo, ritardando, perdendosi.
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