CANTILLATION Synonyms
3 hypernyms for cantillation. (close relations)
Best Synonyms for CANTILLATION
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| chant | verb, noun v, n | |||||
noun • a repetitive song in which as many syllables as necessary are assigned to a single tone verb • recite with musical intonation; recite as a chant or a psalm • utter monotonously and repetitively and rhythmically | ||||||
| intonation | noun n | |||||
noun • rise and fall of the voice pitch • singing by a soloist of the opening piece of plainsong • the act of singing in a monotonous tone • the production of musical tones (by voice or instrument); especially the exactitude of the pitch relations | ||||||
| melody | noun n | |||||
noun • a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence • the perception of pleasant arrangements of musical notes | ||||||
| recitation | noun n | |||||
noun • written matter that is recited from memory • a public instance of reciting or repeating (from memory) something prepared in advance • a regularly scheduled session as part of a course of study • systematic training by multiple repetitions | ||||||
| sing | verb v | |||||
verb • deliver by singing • produce tones with the voice • to make melodious sounds • make a whining, ringing, or whistling sound • divulge confidential information or secrets | ||||||
| song | noun n | |||||
noun • a short musical composition with words • the imperial dynasty of China from 960 to 1279; noted for art and literature and philosophy • a distinctive or characteristic sound • the act of singing • the characteristic sound produced by a bird • a very small sum | ||||||
| vocalizing | verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj | |||||
noun • the act of singing vocal music | ||||||