harpsichon

/ˈhɑrpˌsaɪkɔrd/

Definitions

1. noun

a musical instrument with keys or buttons that are struck by hammers to produce sound, typically having a rich and complex tone

“The harpsichord was a popular instrument in 17th-century Europe.”

Synonyms

  • clavichord
  • fortepiano

Antonyms

  • noiselessness
  • silence