tune

/ˈtuːn/ /ˈtʌn/

Definitions

1. noun

A succession of musical notes sounding together; a melody.

“She hummed a happy tune as she walked down the street.”

2. verb

To adjust or fit (something) to the correct pitch or frequency.

“The mechanic had to tune the engine to get it running smoothly.”

3. verb

To adapt or modify (something) to suit a particular purpose or situation.

“The company will have to tune its marketing strategy to reach the younger audience.”

4. noun

A frequency or pitch set for a radio or similar device.

“The radio was set to a good tune to listen to the music show.”

5. noun

A particular version of a software or application.

“The new update to the app is a major tune of the previous version.”

6. verb

To adjust or modify (something) to suit a particular person or situation.

“The teacher had to tune her teaching style to suit the needs of the students.”

Synonyms

  • harmony
  • melody
  • pitch

Antonyms

  • discord
  • dissonance