Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
syncopate
verb
/ˈsɪŋ.kə.peɪt/
Definition
To shorten a word by dropping sounds or letters, or to emphasize a weak beat in music.
Examples
- In music, the composer chose to syncopate the rhythm to create a more lively feel.
- The teacher explained how to syncopate the lyrics to fit the melody.
Meaning
Syncopate refers to the act of modifying a word or a rhythm by removing certain components or stressing a typically unstressed beat.
Synonyms
- accent
- emphasize
- shorten
- beat out
