adagio

Adagio means to go at an easy pace specifically in performing music.

(adverb)

Playing a funeral dirge is an example of playing adagio.

The definition of adagio refers to something that is not fast.

(adjective)

A lethargic tempo is an example of an adagio tempo.

The definition of adagio is a relaxed speed of a musical work that is performed.

(noun)

The pas de deux movement in a ballet is an example of an adagio.

See adagio in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective, adverb

(in a) slow and leisurely (manner): often used as a musical direction

Origin: It ad agio, lit., at ease

noun pl. adagios

an adagio movement or passage
a slow ballet dance, esp. the main section of a pas de deux, requiring skillful partnering and balancing

See adagio in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adverb & adj.
Music

In a slow tempo, usually considered to be slower than andante but faster than larghetto. Used chiefly as a direction.

noun pl. a·da·gios

Music A slow passage, movement, or work, especially one using adagio as the direction.
A section of a pas de deux in which the ballerina and her partner perform steps requiring lyricism and great skill in lifting, balancing, and turning.

Origin:

Origin: Italian

Origin: : ad-, at (from Latin; see ad-)

Origin: + agio, ease (from Old Provençal aize; akin to Old French aise; see ease)

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