Musical Terms And Expressions

noun a word that functions as the name of a person, place, thing, or idea

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• The project was completed after a fashion, although there were still some areas that needed improvement.
• He managed to fix the leaky faucet after a fashion, but it still drips occasionally.
• She tried to cook dinner after a fashion, but it turned out to be a disaster.
• The artist's latest painting was considered art after a fashion, but some critics were not impressed.

adjective making a loud and confused noise; uproarious

• The clamorous crowd demanded answers from the government officials.
• The clamorous fans cheered loudly for their favorite team.
• The party was so clamorous, it was off the hook!
• The clamorous storm outside matched the turmoil in her heart.

noun a state or condition of quietness or silence

verb to make or become quiet or silent

• The librarian asked everyone to hush as people were studying in the library.
• Hush! I'm trying to concentrate here.
• Hey, hush up! I'm trying to hear what they're saying.
• The falling snow hushed the bustling city, creating a peaceful atmosphere.

noun a prolonged high-pitched cry of pain, grief, or anger

• The mourners began to wail as the casket was lowered into the ground.
• I could hear the baby wail from the next room.
• She wailed about not being able to go to the concert.
• The wind seemed to wail through the trees on that stormy night.