Synonyms for

Chord

Verb / kɔ:rd / Another word for chord — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a group of three or more musical notes played together to create a harmonious sound

Synonyms & similar words

harmonize harmonise harmony melody tune composition arrangement sequence progression series string line concord accord concurrence coincidence simultaneity synergy consensus unison combination juxtaposition

Synonyms by register

Formal

harmony concord consonance

Informal

tune sound note

Literary

strain melody air

Antonyms

discord disharmony disagreement cacophony dissonance strife

Common collocations

  • musical chord
  • major chord
  • minor chord
  • diminished chord
  • augmented chord
  • play a chord
  • strike a chord
  • root chord

Word family

noun chord
verb chord
adjective chordal

Usage note

Primarily used in music to refer to a combination of notes played simultaneously. Can also be used metaphorically to describe a resonant feeling or idea.

Example sentences

  1. The musician played a beautiful chord on his guitar.
  2. She struggled to remember the correct chord progression for the song.
  3. The pianist played a series of chords that brought tears to everyone's eyes.
  4. The band's harmonious chords filled the room with music.
  5. The composer spent hours arranging the chords for his latest piece.

Quotes

  • Music is the divine way to tell beautiful, poetic things to the heart. - Pablo Casals
  • Without music, life would be a mistake. - Friedrich Nietzsche
  • Music is the soundtrack of your life. - Dick Clark

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