music

[myoo-zik] / ˈmyu zɪk /

NOUN

sounds that are pleasant, harmonized

Synonyms

STRONGEST

melody opera piece rap rock singing soul tune

STRONG

acoustic air bebop bop chamber classical folk fusion harmony hymn jazz measure modern plainsong ragtime refrain song strain swing

WEAK

a cappella hard rock heavy metal instrumental popular rock and roll

Antonyms

STRONGEST

silence

Example Sentences

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Daft Punk brought out its elaborate pyramid stage and changed the festival and dance music.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

But she added: "I do think that as those kids get older they'll be more open to listening to K-Pop music."

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Major sponsors have pulled out of a music festival in England set to be headlined by Ye.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

But many people still love his music, she added.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

“Music, yes. A fancy music program that’s not going to help my band get a record deal, no.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam