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COUNTERPOINTS Synonyms

There are 5 synonyms of the word counterpoints. (exact relations)
There are 6 hypernyms of the word counterpoints. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for COUNTERPOINTS

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bedcover
nounn
noun

• decorative cover for a bed

bedspread
nounn
noun

• decorative cover for a bed

contrapuntal
adjectiveadj
adjective

• relating to or characteristic of or according to the rules of counterpoint

• having two or more independent but harmonically related melodic parts sounding together

contrast
nounn
noun

• the opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared

• the act of distinguishing by comparing differences

• a conceptual separation or distinction

• the perceptual effect of the juxtaposition of very different colors

• the range of optical density and tone on a photographic negative or print (or the extent to which adjacent areas on a television screen differ in brightness)

verb

• put in opposition to show or emphasize differences

• to show differences when compared; be different

polyphony
nounn
noun

• music arranged in parts for several voices or instruments

Best Hypernyms For COUNTERPOINTS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for counterpoints, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (4)
compose differ polyphony write
Phrases (2)
concerted musicpolyphonic music

Alternatives for BEDCOVER

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