Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
adagio
Musical Term
/əˈdɑː.dʒi.oʊ/
Definition
A term used in music indicating a slow and leisurely tempo.
Examples
- The orchestra played the adagio with great emotion.
- Many pieces of classical music feature an adagio section to create a reflective mood.
- She danced gracefully to the adagio movement of the composition.
Meaning
Adagio suggests a relaxed pace, often used to convey a sense of calm or tranquility in music.
Synonyms
- slowly
- leisurely
- unhurriedly
