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Counterpoint
Meaning
Noun
●
In Music:
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.
●
Any
similar
contrasting
element
in a work of art.
●
An
opposite
point.
●
Obsolete form of counterpane.
Verb
●
To
compose
or
arrange
such music.
●
To
serve
as an
opposing
point against.
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Origin
counterpoint
English
counter-
English
point
English
point
Middle English (1100-1500)
point
Old French (842-ca. 1400)
punctum
Latin
punctus
Latin
Sourced from
Etym
Related
Counterargument
Rebuttal
Rejoinder
Retort
Counterexample
Corollary
Refutation
Response
Reference
Prelude
Contrast
Objection
Allusion
Accompaniment
Critique
Testament
Antidote
Complement
Tribute
Contribution
Rhythm
Counterpart
Homage
Resemblance
Narrative
Backdrop
Corrective
Juxtaposition
Commentary
Realism
Chords
Explanation
Pointer
Subtext
Argument
Ode
Theme
Sequel
Reaction
Antithesis
Counterbalance
Genre
Melody
Polemic
Addendum
Testimony
Twist
Counternarrative
Parallel
Non Sequitur
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