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volta Synonyms

Another word for volta

Choosing another word for volta depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A dramatic shift or turn in thought, emotion, or argument within a poem, typically occurring between the octave and the sestet of a Petrarchan sonnet or before the final couplet in a Shakespearean sonnet.

Usage Example

"The turn in the ninth line of the sonnet transitions the poem's tone from deep despair to profound hope."

Strongest
turn
Strong
shift
transition

• noun (Context 2)

A lively Renaissance couple dance characterized by a turning and lifting motion, historically popular in the courts of Europe.

Usage Example

"Queen Elizabeth I was known to enjoy dancing the dance, despite its slightly scandalous reputation for requiring the gentleman to lift his partner."

Weak
dance

Opposites of volta

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

continuation
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• Nearby Words

volition
volley
volos
volta
voltage
voltmeter
volume

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