Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of adagio music, typically slow and stately in tempo

“The composer’s adagial movements in the symphony created a soothing atmosphere.”

2. noun

a slow and stately movement in music, especially in a symphony

“The adagial section of the concerto was the most memorable part of the performance.”

3. noun

a slow and stately passage in a work of literature or poetry

“The adagial passage in the novel added a sense of drama and tension.”