Polyphonic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌpɒlɪˈfɒnɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Polyphonic is an adjective meaning Of or relating to polyphony.
Meaning
Of or relating to polyphony.
More Meanings
- (music) Having two or more independent but harmonic melodies.
- (of an electronic device) Able to play more than one musical note at the same time.
- (of a text) Capable of being read in more than one way.
Example Sentences
a polyphonic ringtone
Near-synonym: contrapuntal
Synonyms for polyphonic
Depending on context, synonyms include polyphonal, polyphonous, contrapuntal.
Antonyms for polyphonic
Common opposites include monophonic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include contrapuntal, polyphonous, polytheistic, polytheistical, psychophonic, polydeistic.
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