Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ragtime
noun
/ˈræɡtaɪm/
Definition
A style of music characterized by its syncopated rhythm and lively tempo, popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Examples
- The ragtime piano music filled the room with energy and nostalgia.
- Scott Joplin is one of the most famous composers of ragtime music.
- Many jazz musicians were influenced by ragtime in their early works.
Meaning
Ragtime is a musical genre that combines rhythm with catchy melodies, often played on the piano. It features a syncopated melody over a steady bass rhythm.
Synonyms
- syncopated music
- jazz
- ragtime music
