Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

volta

noun
/ˈvɒltə/
Definition
A turn or a return to a previous state or place.
Examples
  • The runner took a quick volta around the track to regain momentum.
  • After a short volta, she continued her journey with renewed energy.
  • In music, a volta signifies a repeated or returning section of a composition.
Meaning
The term ‘volta’ is often used to refer to a circular movement or a loop back to where one started, and can also denote a change in direction or a reversal of some kind.
Synonyms
  • return
  • turn
  • reversal