embroche

/ɑ̃.bʁɔʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

A musical term referring to a sudden loud entry or outburst of sound, often a fortissimo

“The conductor instructed the orchestra to make a dramatic embroche at the beginning of the final movement.”

2. verb

To make a sudden loud entry or outburst of sound, often a fortissimo

“The singer embroched the final note of the opera, bringing the crowd to its feet.”

Synonyms

  • fortissimo
  • outburst

Antonyms

  • pianissimo
  • whisper