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harmonically

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /hɑːˈmɒnɪkli/

KK: /hɑrˈmɑnɪkli/

adverb
Definition

In a way that relates to harmony, often used in music to describe how notes or chords work together pleasingly.


Example

The musicians played harmonically, creating a beautiful blend of sounds.


Conversation
Sloth A
I love how that song transitions between the verses.
Sloth B
Yeah, the way they blend the melodies is so smooth.
Sloth A
It all comes together harmonically, right?
Sloth B
Absolutely! It makes the whole piece feel complete.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
melodically
consonantly
rhythmically
Antonyms
dissonantly
discordantly
harshly
Root Explanation

Harmonically → It is formed from "harmonia" (from Greek "ἁρμονία", meaning harmony or agreement) and the suffix "-ically" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "harmonically" means in a manner that relates to harmony or agreement, often used in musical contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'harmony' as a way of describing things that are in agreement or work well together, and remember that 'harmonically' means doing something in a way that reflects that harmony.

Visually Confused Words
enharmonically
chronically
acronically
thermionically
unharmonical
sermonically
sardonically
parsonically
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