mixolydian

/mɪksəˈlaɪdiən/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of musical mode or scale, similar to the Ionian mode but with a flatted seventh degree.

“The jazz musician favored the mixolydian mode for its melancholic sound.”

2. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the mixolydian mode or scale.

“The mixolydian melody added a unique touch to the composition.”

Synonyms

  • dorian
  • ionian

Antonyms

  • aeolian