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Topic: Music

improviser

IPA: /ɪmˈprɒvɪzə/

KK: /ɪmˈprɑɪvɪzər/

noun

Definition: A person who creates or performs something spontaneously without preparation, often in music, theater, or other forms of art.

Example: The improviser quickly adapted to the changing situation during the performance.

inharmonic

IPA: /ɪnˈhɑːrmənɪk/

KK: /ɪnˈhɑːrmənɪk/

adjective

Definition: Not having a pleasing sound; producing a harsh or discordant effect.

Example: The inharmonic tones created an unsettling atmosphere in the music.

inharmonious

IPA: /ɪnˈhɑːrmənəs/

KK: /ɪnˈhɑːrmənəs/

adjective

Definition: Not in harmony or agreement; lacking a pleasing arrangement or sound.

Example: The inharmonious sounds from the construction site made it hard to concentrate.

inharmoniously

IPA: /ɪnˌhɑːr.məˈniː.əs.li/

KK: /ɪnˌhɑːr.məˈniː.əs.li/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is not harmonious or does not work well together.

Example: The two musicians played inharmoniously, creating a jarring sound.

instrument

IPA: /ˈɪnstrʊmənt/

KK: /ˈɪnstrəmənt/

noun

Definition: A tool or device used for a specific purpose, such as measuring, recording, or making music.

Example: The musician played a beautiful melody on her instrument.

transitive verb

Definition: To provide or equip something with tools or devices needed for a specific purpose, often in a musical or legal context.

Example: The composer decided to instrument the piece for a full orchestra.

instrumental

IPA: /ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntəl/

KK: /ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or performed with a musical instrument, or serving as a means to achieve something.

Example: She played an instrumental piece at the concert that captivated the audience.

noun

Definition: A type of word or form used in grammar to show the means or instrument by which an action is performed, or a musical composition for instruments without singing.

Example: The composer wrote an instrumental piece that showcased the piano and violin.

instrumentalist

IPA: /ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntəlɪst/

KK: /ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntəlɪst/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the use of instruments, especially in music or philosophy.

Example: The instrumentalist approach emphasizes the importance of tools and methods in achieving goals.

noun

Definition: A person who plays a musical instrument, especially as a profession or hobby.

Example: The instrumentalist performed beautifully at the concert last night.

instrumentally

IPA: /ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntəli/

KK: /ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that involves using tools or methods to achieve something.

Example: The team worked instrumentally to complete the project on time.

intercut

IPA: /ˈɪntərˌkʌt/

KK: /ˈɪntərˌkʌt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To alternate between two or more scenes or sequences in film or video editing.

Example: The director decided to intercut between the two storylines to create suspense.

transitive verb

Definition: To alternate between two or more scenes in a film, showing them at the same time or in a way that connects them.

Example: The director decided to intercut the action scenes with the emotional moments to create more tension.

interlude

IPA: /ˈɪntəluːd/

KK: /ˈɪntərˌluːd/

noun

Definition: A short period of time or event that happens between two longer events, often providing a break or change in the main activity.

Example: The concert had an interlude where the musicians took a short break before the next set.

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