Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crescendo
noun
/krəˈʃɛn.doʊ/
Definition
A gradual increase in loudness or intensity in music.
Examples
- The orchestra reached a dramatic crescendo at the end of the symphony.
- As she spoke, her voice rose in a crescendo of passion and urgency.
Meaning
In music, a crescendo indicates a passage where the sound gradually gets louder. It can also refer more broadly to anything that builds up in intensity over time.
Synonyms
- climax
- peak
- upsurge