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harmony
/ˈhɑː.mə.ni/
agreement or consistency among elements
The band played in perfect harmony, blending their instruments seamlessly.
The musicians worked together smoothly, creating a unified sound.
general
A state of peaceful agreement or consistent interaction among elements.
The colors in the painting created a sense of harmony.
The colors worked together to create a balanced and pleasing effect.
Often used to describe musical, visual, or interpersonal balance.
technical
In music, the combination of notes played simultaneously to create chords.
The composer used complex harmonies to evoke emotion.
The composer arranged notes in chords to create a rich, layered sound.
In music theory, harmony refers to the vertical structure of chords.
Collocations
in harmony within agreement or alignment withmusical harmonythe study of chords and chord progressions
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Pro Tip
Musical vs. General Use
In music, 'harmony' refers to chords, while in general use, it describes balance or agreement.
Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
'Harmony' is often used metaphorically. Ensure it fits the context to avoid clichés.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'harmonie,' from Old French 'harmonie,' from Latin 'harmonia,' from Greek 'harmonía' (fitting together, joint, union).
Usage Notes
Can refer to both literal and metaphorical balance. In music, it specifically refers to chord structures.
Word Breakdown
harmon
fitting together, joint
root-y
state or condition of
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