counterpoint

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a musical form involving the simultaneous sound of two or more melodies
  2. verb to show differences when compared; be different
  3. verb write in counterpoint

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English [Term?], from Middle French contrepoint, from Medieval Latin contrāpūnctum. Equivalent to counter- + point.

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