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accompaniment

[uh-kuhm-puh-nuh-muhnt]

accompaniment Definition

  • 1something that is added to another thing to make it better or more enjoyable
  • 2music that is played to support or complement a singer or musician

Using accompaniment: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "accompaniment" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The wine was the perfect accompaniment to the meal.

  • Example

    The pianist provided a beautiful accompaniment to the singer's performance.

  • Example

    The orchestra played an accompaniment to the ballet.

accompaniment Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for accompaniment

Phrases with accompaniment

  • together with something else

    Example

    She brought a bottle of wine in accompaniment to the cheese.

  • music that supports or complements a singer

    Example

    The choir provided vocal accompaniment to the soloist.

  • music played on the piano to support or complement a singer or other musician

    Example

    The pianist provided a beautiful piano accompaniment to the singer's performance.

Origins of accompaniment

from Old French 'acompanir', meaning 'to accompany'

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Summary: accompaniment in Brief

An 'accompaniment' [uh-kuhm-puh-nuh-muhnt] is something that is added to another thing to make it better or more enjoyable. It can also refer to music that is played to support or complement a singer or musician, such as 'The pianist provided a beautiful accompaniment to the singer's performance.' 'Accompaniment' extends into phrases like 'in accompaniment to,' and can be formalized as 'complement' or 'supplement.'