noun🔗ShareA tempo mark directing that a passage is to be played rather slowly, leisurely and gracefully."The pianist performed the piece's adagio with a gentle, flowing touch, emphasizing the melody's beauty. "musictimeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA passage having this mark."The music slowed to an adagio for the final verse, creating a peaceful feeling. "musicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA male-female duet or mixed trio ballet displaying demanding balance, spins and/or lifts."The ballet program featured a beautiful adagio, showcasing the dancers' incredible strength and grace as they executed challenging lifts. "musicdanceentertainmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective🔗ShareDescribing a passage having this mark."The pianist played the adagio section of the sonata with great feeling. "musicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adverb🔗SharePlayed rather slowly."The pianist played the melody adagio, letting each note linger in the air. "musicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
