Pronunciation: /əˈdɑːdʒiˌoʊ/
noun a movement or passage marked to be performed adagio in music, typically slow and graceful
A1 I like to dance the adagio in ballet class.
A2 The music played at an adagio tempo, creating a peaceful atmosphere.
B1 The pianist performed a beautiful adagio piece at the concert.
B2 The adagio movement of the symphony was particularly moving.
C1 The adagio section of the ballet showcased the dancers' grace and control.
C2 The adagio in the opera was a stunning display of vocal and instrumental talent.
adverb in a slow tempo or style
A1 She walked adagio through the park, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere.
A2 He played the piano adagio, carefully hitting each note.
B1 The chef chopped the vegetables adagio to ensure they were evenly sized.
B2 The dancers moved adagio across the stage, gracefully executing each movement.
C1 The orchestra played the symphony adagio, capturing the audience's attention with each note.
C2 The artist painted adagio, taking his time to perfect every detail of the masterpiece.
formal The ballet dancers gracefully performed the adagio portion of the routine.
informal I love how the music slows down during the adagio part of the song.
slang The adagio section of the movie was so boring, I almost fell asleep.
figurative Life sometimes feels like an adagio, slow and deliberate, but still moving forward.
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