Alto (Adjective)

Meaning ¹

Of or being the lowest female voice.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• The alto section of the choir was led by a powerful and expressive singer.
• She was a talented alto who often sang solos in her church choir.
• The composer wrote a beautiful alto aria for the opera's female lead.
• In the school's vocal ensemble, Sarah sang alto and her friend sang soprano.
• The alto part in the song was challenging, but the singer was up to the task.

Synonyms

• Contralto

Related Words

• Alto (noun)

Meaning ²

Of or being the highest male voice; having a range above that of tenor.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Synonyms

• Countertenor

Related Words

• Alto (noun)

Meaning ³

(of a musical instrument) second highest member of a group; "alto clarinet or recorder".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Related Words

• Alto (noun)