V2 Vocabulary Building Dictionary
crescendo
noun, verb
Definition: (n.) 1. a gradual increase in intensity, especially in volume; 2. a peak of intensity; (v.) to grow in loudness or intensity
Synonyms: (n.) growth, increase, rising, apex, apogee, (v.) grow, increase
Antonyms: diminuendo, trough
Tips: Crescendo is an Italian word which comes from the Latin word crescere, "to grow or increase." In music, it refers to an increase in loudness, and also to the point at which the sound is at maximum volume. It may also be used to refer to things other than sound, but it always implies that there is a rising volume of something or that one is at the top point of an increase of some kind.
Usage Examples:
Complaints about conditions in the factory have reached a crescendo that will be difficult for the management to ignore. (rising, apex) noun
The symphony began so quietly that it was almost inaudible, but as it neared the end, the volume steadily rose to a ringing crescendo. (increase in volume) noun
This is the point in the symphony where the music crescendos and comes to a booming climax. (grows loud) verb
The more nervous she became, the more her voice seemed to crescendo. (increase, grow louder) verb
Discover How You Can Improve Your
Vocabulary 10 to 100 Times Faster with
the Power Vocabulary Builder
Dear Friend,
The definition and lessons for the word crescendo were made available by the Power Vocabulary Builder.
The Power Vocabulary Builder will help you develop a fuller, richer vocabulary 10 to 100 times faster than any other program available.
Visit the the Power Vocabulary Builder site right now to discover how you can get full access to this breakthrough program today!
affluent - Definition of affluent
sardonic - Definition of sardonic
debunk - Definition of debunk
askance - Definition of askance
decisiveness - Definition of decisiveness
