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Transposition

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

Definition

Transposition means the act of moving something from one place or position to another.

Synonyms & similar words

permutation replacement substitution reversal switch heterotaxy rearrangement shift switch exchange substitution replacement interchange variation alteration mutation modification transformation metamorphosis conversion reordering reshuffling reorganization redistribution redeployment movement

Example sentences

  1. The transposition of the letters made the word spell something completely different.
  2. The transposition of the furniture made the room feel more spacious.
  3. The transposition of the two teams caused confusion among the players.
  4. The transposition of the numbers in the equation caused it to have a different answer.
  5. The transposition of the melody to a different key made it sound more upbeat.

Quotes

  • The transposition of one note alone can be the salvation or ruin of an entire work.
  • Life is a perpetual transposition of ideas.
  • He who would transcribe an ancient author, without altering anything in him, must never aspire to praise by improving.

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