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Ritardando Thesaurus

(music) Gradually decelerating the tempo of a piece of music, especially at the end of the piece.

Synonyms for Ritardando

Depending on context, synonyms include ritard, decreasing, ritenuto, rallentando.

Antonyms for Ritardando

Common opposites include accelerando.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include rallentando, ritenuto, decreasing, allargando, morendo, down.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is another word for ritardando?

Possible synonyms include ritard, decreasing, ritenuto, rallentando.

What is an antonym for ritardando?

Possible antonyms include accelerando.

Can every synonym replace ritardando?

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