/ˈvoʊltə/ (VOH-ltuh)

Definitions

1. noun

A complete round of a circus or a similar performance, especially one featuring acrobats or other performers.

“The trapeze artists completed a thrilling volta as part of their aerial act.”

2. noun

A sudden change in direction or opinion.

“After the scandal, there was a volta in the politician’s public image.”

3. noun

A turn or bend in a road or a river.

“The volta in the winding road made it difficult for the hikers to navigate.”

4. noun

A musical phrase that returns to the beginning, often after a modulation or other change.

“The composer used a series of volti to create a sense of circularity in his symphony.”

5. noun

A sudden change in the weather, especially a change from fair to foul.

“The volta in the weather forced the pilots to divert their flight.”

6. verb

To make a sudden change in direction or opinion.

“The company voltaed on its initial plans, switching to a new marketing strategy.”

7. verb

To turn or change direction suddenly.

“The skater voltaed on the ice, performing a difficult spin.”