Synonyms for

Ragtime

Verb / ˈræˌgtaɪm / Another word for ragtime — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a style of music characterized by syncopated rhythms and a lively, upbeat melody, popular in the early 20th century

Synonyms & similar words

rag jazz swing blues boogie-woogie stride rag syncopation barrelhouse honky-tonk pop fusion funk soul rap electronic

Example sentences

  1. The band played a lively ragtime tune that had everyone tapping their feet.
  2. My grandma used to dance to ragtime music when she was young.
  3. Scott Joplin was a famous composer of ragtime music.
  4. The music from the old saloon was filled with ragtime rhythms.
  5. The piano player at the restaurant entertained us with his ragtime melodies.

Quotes

  • "Ragtime is a music of transition." - Max Morath
  • "Ragtime is the first American music." - Michael Feinstein
  • "Ragtime is the most exhilarating music America has produced." - John Dos Passos

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