Definition

A piece of art or music that is inspired by or represents the night, often creating a calm or reflective mood.

Example

The artist created a beautiful nocturne that captured the essence of a starry night.

Conversation

Have you ever listened to a beautiful nocturne?

Yes, I love how calming they are, especially at night.

I recently found one that really captures a dreamy mood.

That sounds amazing! I’d love to hear it sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Nocturne** → It is derived from "nocturnus" (from Latin, meaning of the night) and the suffix "-e" (used in music to denote a piece). The word "nocturne" refers to a musical composition inspired by or evocative of the night.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for night, 'nocturnus', to remember that a 'nocturne' is a piece of music that captures the essence of the night.

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