COUNTERPOINT
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Counterpoint.
Counterpoint - as a noun
A musical form involving the simultaneous sound of two or more melodies
Counterpoint - as a verb
To show differences when compared; be different
Example: "The students contrast considerably in their artistic abilities"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contrast10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
differ13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Write in counterpoint
Example: "Bach perfected the art of counterpointing"
Example Sentences
"The two singers created a beautiful counterpoint with their harmonious voices."
"The novel's counterpoint of despair and hope created a compelling narrative."
"The artist used light and shadow as a counterpoint to create depth in the painting."
"The counterpoint between the protagonist's optimism and the antagonist's pessimism drove the plot."
"In the symphony, the brass section provided a powerful counterpoint to the delicate strings."
Word Game Points
Is COUNTERPOINT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, counterpoint is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
COUNTERPOINT has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is COUNTERPOINT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, counterpoint is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCOUNTERPOINT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is COUNTERPOINT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, counterpoint is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCOUNTERPOINT has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
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