Contrapuntal

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /kɑntrəˈpʌntəl/

Definitions of contrapuntal

adjective relating to or characteristic of counterpoint, particularly in music

Example Sentences

A1 The music teacher explained that contrapuntal melodies involve multiple independent lines of music.

A2 The student struggled to understand the contrapuntal structure of the piece, with its intertwining melodies.

B1 The composer's use of contrapuntal techniques added depth and complexity to the musical composition.

B2 The contrapuntal interplay between the instruments created a rich and dynamic sound in the orchestra.

C1 The contrapuntal nature of the fugue showcased the composer's mastery of intricate musical forms.

C2 The musicians demonstrated their virtuosity in performing the contrapuntal passages with precision and artistry.

Examples of contrapuntal in a Sentence

formal The composer utilized contrapuntal techniques to create intricate harmonies in the piece.

informal The music teacher explained how contrapuntal melodies interact with each other in a song.

slang I love how the different instruments play off each other in a contrapuntal way.

figurative The author's writing style is contrapuntal, with multiple storylines weaving in and out of each other.

Grammatical Forms of contrapuntal

past tense

contrapuntalized

plural

contrapuntals

comparative

more contrapuntal

superlative

most contrapuntal

present tense

contrapuntals

future tense

will contrapuntal

perfect tense

have contrapuntaled

continuous tense

is contrapuntaling

singular

contrapuntal

positive degree

contrapuntal

infinitive

to contrapuntal

gerund

contrapuntaling

participle

contrapuntaling

Origin and Evolution of contrapuntal

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'contrapuntal' originated from the Latin word 'contrapunctus', which means 'counterpoint' in English.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in music to describe the technique of combining different melodic lines, 'contrapuntal' has evolved to also refer to any complex interplay of elements in various disciplines such as literature, art, and architecture.