Synonyms for counterpoint
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
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.
Forms
- Plural
- counterpoints → polyphonies…
Example sentences
- polyphony Bach's music is rich in polyphony.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| counterpoint | rising | |
| polyphony | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 9 letters
- polyphony4
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (polyphony4 = 4 syllables).