Keynote (Noun)
Meaning 1
(music) the first note of a diatonic scale.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The composer chose the keynote of the piece carefully to set the tone for the entire work.
- Understanding the keynote is essential for creating a harmonious melody in a particular key.
- In Western music, the keynote of a diatonic scale is the first note, and all other notes are built upon it.
- The musician expertly navigated the various keynotes to create a complex and engaging musical piece.
- Identifying the keynote is a fundamental skill for any musician looking to create music in a specific key.
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Meaning 2
A fundamental or central idea.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
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Meaning 3
The principal theme in a speech or literary work.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.