noun Download 🔗Share A lengthy discourse on a subject. Examples : "The professor's lecture began as a quick overview, but soon turned into a lengthy descant on the history of the Roman Empire. " language literature communication Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A counterpoint melody sung or played above the theme Examples : "During the Christmas concert, a young girl sang a beautiful descant above the main melody of "Silent Night," adding a soaring harmony to the familiar tune. " music Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To discuss at length. Examples : "My professor could descant for hours on the history of the Roman Empire, even when the bell rang. " communication language Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To sing or play a descant. Examples : "During the Christmas carol, my sister decided to descant, adding a higher, flowing melody above the main tune. " music Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading