Synonyms for chord

Synonyms for (noun) chord

Synonyms: chord

Definition: a combination of three or more notes that blend harmoniously when sounded together

Similar words: musical note, note, tone

Definition: a notation representing the pitch and duration of a musical sound

Usage: the singer held the note too long


Synonyms: chord

Definition: a straight line connecting two points on a curve

Similar words: straight line

Definition: a line traced by a point traveling in a constant direction; a line of zero curvature

Usage: the shortest distance between two points is a straight line


Synonyms for (verb) chord

Synonyms: chord, harmonise, harmonize

Definition: bring into consonance, harmony, or accord while making music or singing

Similar words: alter, change, modify

Definition: cause to change; make different; cause a transformation

Usage: The advent of the automobile may have altered the growth pattern of the city; The discussion has changed my thinking about the issue


Synonyms: chord

Definition: play chords on (a string instrument)

Similar words: play

Definition: perform music on (a musical instrument)

Usage: He plays the flute; Can you play on this old recorder?


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