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1. counterpoint

noun. ['ˈkaʊntɝˌpɔɪnt'] a musical form involving the simultaneous sound of two or more melodies.

Etymology

  • counter- (English)
  • point (English)
  • point (Middle English (1100-1500))

Rhymes with Counterpoint

  • checkpoint
  • counterpoint
  • drypoint
  • endpoint
  • !exclamation-point
  • flashpoint
  • gunpoint
  • knifepoint
  • midpoint
  • needlepoint
  • pinpoint
  • sandpoint
  • standpoint
  • starpointe
  • sunpoint
  • valuepoint
  • viewpoint
  • wellpoint

Sentences with counterpoint


1. Noun, singular or mass
The counterpoint to the question of weaknesses is the question about an employee's strengths.

2. counterpoint

verb. ['ˈkaʊntɝˌpɔɪnt'] to show differences when compared; be different.

Etymology

  • counter- (English)
  • point (English)
  • point (Middle English (1100-1500))

3. counterpoint

verb. ['ˈkaʊntɝˌpɔɪnt'] write in counterpoint.

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Etymology

  • counter- (English)
  • point (English)
  • point (Middle English (1100-1500))