polyphonic
Pronunciation: [ˌpɑːliˈfɑːnɪk]
Word
Context: "music"
(adjective) when music has multiple melodies playing at the same time. Imagine a song where different instruments or voices sing or play different tunes together, creating a rich sound.
Example
The choir sang a beautiful polyphonic piece that filled the church with harmonious sounds.
Example
The song was not polyphonic; it only had one melody throughout.
Example
Can you identify the polyphonic sections in this piece of music?
Context: "communication"
(adjective) when something involves many voices or perspectives. For example, this can happen in a discussion where many people express different opinions at the same time.
Example
The debate was polyphonic, with different viewpoints creating a lively conversation.
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Last week's meeting wasn't polyphonic; only a few people shared their thoughts.
Example
How can a polyphonic conversation help us understand different sides of an issue?
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