rigadon

/ˈriːɡədoʊn/

Definitions

1. noun

a 17th-century French court dance, characterized by intricate steps and turns.

“The ballroom was filled with the sound of music, and the couple took to the floor for a lively rigadon.”

Synonyms

  • courante
  • rigaudon

Antonyms

  • dull
  • stagnant