untonality

/ʌnˌtɒnˈælɪti/

Definitions

1. noun

The absence or lack of musical tone, pitch, or harmony; a state of being toneless or lacking in musicality.

“The orchestra’s untonality made the performance feel unengaging and uninspiring.”

2. noun

A quality of being without or lacking in emotional depth or resonance.

“Her untonality in her acting made it difficult to connect with her character.”

Synonyms

  • atonia
  • flatness
  • tonelessness

Antonyms

  • harmony
  • melodiousness
  • sonority