Terpsichore (Noun)
Meaning 1
Taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The ballerina's terpsichore was a beautiful blend of elegance and poise as she glided across the stage.
- With each step, the dancer's terpsichore seemed to come alive, as if the music was moving her body.
- The choreographer carefully crafted the terpsichore of the routine to showcase the dancers' technical skill.
- As the music swelled, the performer's terpsichore became more dynamic, filling the space with energy and movement.
- The intricate terpsichore of the traditional folk dance required great precision and control to execute correctly.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Hyponyms
- Pavan
- Pas De Quatre
- Duet
- Pas De Trois
- Adagio
- Social Dancing
- Nautch
- Stage Dancing
- Break Dancing
- Phrase
- Ritual Dancing
- Slam Dancing
- Courante
- Skank
- Toe Dancing
- Pas De Deux
- Pas Seul
- Pavane
- Hoofing
- Mambo
- Break Dance
- Nauch
- Choreography
- Variation
- Step Dancing
- Slam Dance
- Saraband
- Ritual Dance
- Toe Dance
Related Words
Meaning 2
(Greek mythology) the Muse of the dance and of choral song.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The artistic movements she witnessed inspired Terpsichore to teach the nymphs and shepherds of the forest how to dance.
- Greek poets often invoked the Muse Terpsichore to guide them as they wrote about love, war, and mythology.
- Terpsichore, the goddess of dance, was often depicted as a beautiful woman playing a lyre.
- According to legend, the nine Muses would gather together, and Terpsichore would lead the others in joyful dance and song.
- Terpsichore was the Muse most often depicted as a gentle guide, encouraging artists to find their own inner rhythm and creative expression.