tremoloso

/tre.mo.lo.so/

Definitions

1. adjective

having a trembling or wavering sound, especially a musical note that wavers between two pitches

“The violinist struggled to produce a steady note, and the music became tremoloso.”

2. noun

a musical effect in which a note or a group of notes oscillate rapidly between two pitches

“The composer used a tremoloso to create a sense of tension in the orchestral piece.”

Synonyms

  • tremulous
  • wavering

Antonyms

  • stable
  • steadfast