cadence Synonyms
Another word for cadence
• noun (Context 1)
A modulation, inflection, or rhythmic flow of the voice in speaking or reading aloud.
"The orator spoke with a slow, measured inflection that held the audience's attention."
• noun (Context 2)
A regular, measured beat or rate of movement, such as in marching, running, or pedaling a bicycle.
"Experienced distance runners maintain a steady tempo to conserve energy over long miles."
• noun (Context 3)
In music, a sequence of notes or chords comprising the close and harmonic resolution of a musical phrase.
"The symphony concluded with a powerful authentic close in the home key."
• verb (Context 4)
To make rhythmical or to modulate the flow and inflection of (speech, verse, or music).
"The poet carefully cadenced each line to mirror the rising and falling of the ocean waves."
Opposites of cadence
The opposite of cadence shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: