adagio

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adjective

The definition of adagio refers to something that is not fast.
A lethargic tempo is an example of an adagio tempo.

adverb

Adagio means to go at an easy pace specifically in performing music.
Playing a funeral dirge is an example of playing adagio.

noun

The definition of adagio is a relaxed speed of a musical work that is performed.
The pas de deux movement in a ballet is an example of an adagio.

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adagio

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

Origin of adagio

Italian ad agio, literally , at ease

noun

pl. -·gios

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

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adagio

adverb

adjective

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. 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.
b. A succession of slow, fluid movements performed as an exercise in ballet.

Origin of adagio

Italian ad- at ( from Latin; see ad- . ) agio ease ( from Old Provençal aize ) (Old French aise ; see ease . )

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Noun

(plural adagios)

(music) A tempo mark directing that a passage is to be played rather slowly, leisurely and gracefully.
(music) A passage having this mark.
(dance) A male-female duet or mixed trio ballet displaying demanding balance, spins and/or lifts.

Adverb

(not comparable)

(music) Played rather slowly.

Adjective

(not comparable)

(music) Describing a passage having this mark.

Usage notes

When repeated as "adagio, adagio" means even slower

Origin

Borrowing from Italian adagio.

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