Timbre (Noun)
Meaning
(music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musical sound); "the timbre of her soprano was rich and lovely"; "the muffled tones of the broken bell summoned them to meet".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The timbre of the jazz saxophone blended seamlessly with the smooth vocals.
- The singer's distinctive timbre was instantly recognizable on the radio.
- The timbre of the violin was sharp and clear, cutting through the other instruments in the orchestra.
- The eerie timbre of the theremin added a spooky atmosphere to the horror movie soundtrack.
- The rich timbre of the cello filled the concert hall, drawing the audience in with its beauty.