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instrumental

[ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntl]

instrumental Definition

  • 1serving as a means of pursuing an aim or policy
  • 2relating to musical instruments or their music

Using instrumental: Examples

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

  • Example

    The new policy was instrumental in reducing crime rates.

  • Example

    His contributions were instrumental in the success of the project.

  • Example

    She is an instrumental figure in the field of science.

  • Example

    He is a talented instrumental musician.

instrumental Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for instrumental

Phrases with instrumental

  • playing a significant role in achieving something

    Example

    Her leadership was instrumental in the company's growth.

  • music played on instruments without singing

    Example

    I love listening to instrumental music while studying.

  • a version of a song that only includes the music, without any singing

    Example

    I prefer the instrumental version of this song.

Origins of instrumental

from Medieval Latin 'instrumentalis', from Latin 'instrumentum', meaning 'tool'

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Summary: instrumental in Brief

The term 'instrumental' [ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntl] has two main meanings. The first refers to something that serves as a means of pursuing an aim or policy, such as 'The new policy was instrumental in reducing crime rates.' The second meaning relates to musical instruments or their music, as in 'He is a talented instrumental musician.' 'Instrumental' extends into phrases like 'instrumental in,' denoting a significant role, and 'instrumental music,' referring to music played on instruments without singing.

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