polyphonia

/pɒlɪˈfoʊniə/

Definitions

1. noun

A combination of different musical tones or sounds, especially in a single musical instrument or voice.

“The musician’s polyphonia created a unique and captivating atmosphere in the concert hall.”

2. noun

A medical condition characterized by an abnormal sensation of multiple sounds or voices when a single sound is produced.

“After the surgery, the patient complained of polyphonia in her voice.”

Synonyms

  • polyphony
  • polyphony effect

Antonyms

  • monophony