noun🔗Share対位法、対旋律A melody added to an existing one, especially one added to provide harmony whilst each retains its simultaneous identity; a composition consisting of such contrapuntal melodies."The choir created a beautiful effect when they sang in counterpoint, with each voice singing a different melody that harmonized with the others. "合唱団は、各声が他の声と調和する異なるメロディーを歌い、対位法で歌ったとき、美しい効果を生み出しました。musicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗Share対照、コントラストAny similar contrasting element in a work of art."The comedian's serious story about his childhood provided a surprising counterpoint to his usual lighthearted jokes. "コメディアンの子供時代に関する真面目な話は、いつもの陽気なジョークとは対照的で驚きを与えた。artmusicliteratureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗Share対照点、対立点An opposite point."Her enthusiasm for the project was a strong counterpoint to his skepticism. "彼女のプロジェクトへの熱意は、彼の懐疑主義に対する強力な対照点だった。pointphilosophylogicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗Share対位法を作る, 作曲するTo compose or arrange such music."The composer decided to counterpoint a lively melody with a somber bass line to create a feeling of tension. "作曲家は、緊張感を生み出すために、活気のあるメロディーに陰鬱なベースラインを対位法で組み合わせることにした。musicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗Share対抗する, 反論するTo serve as an opposing point against."Her excitement about going to the party counterpointed her mother's concerns about her staying out late. "彼女がパーティーに行くことへの興奮は、母親の夜遅くまで外出することへの懸念と対抗した。pointmusicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗Shareベッドカバー、掛け布団The topmost covering of a bed, often functioning as a blanket; a coverlet."The guest room had a beautiful floral counterpoint on the bed. "客室のベッドには、美しい花のベッドカバーがかけられていた。materialitemChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
