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contralto Synonyms

Another word for contralto

Choosing another word for contralto depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The lowest female singing voice, having a vocal range below mezzo-soprano and between tenor and mezzo-soprano, or a musical part written for this voice.

Usage Example

"The composer wrote the solemn aria specifically for a deep alto."

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alto

• noun (Context 2)

A singer who has a contralto voice or performs a contralto part.

Usage Example

"Marian Anderson was a world-renowned alto celebrated for her expressive power and vocal depth."

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alto

• adjective (Context 3)

Relating to, having the range of, or written for the lowest female singing voice.

Usage Example

"She spoke in a rich, resonant alto voice that commanded the attention of the entire room."

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alto

Opposites of contralto

The opposite of contralto shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

soprano
See all opposites of contralto

• Nearby Words

contradictory
contraflow
contrail
contralto
contraplex
contraption
contrarian

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Contralto. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/contralto
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