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triad

[ˈtraɪæd]

triad Definition

  • 1a group of three people or things
  • 2a chord consisting of three notes
  • 3a Chinese criminal organization, typically involved in organized crime and drug trafficking

Using triad: Examples

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

  • Example

    The triad of friends went on a road trip together.

  • Example

    The song's melody is based on a triad of notes.

  • Example

    The police arrested several members of the triad for drug trafficking.

triad Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for triad

Phrases with triad

  • a chord consisting of a root note, a major third, and a perfect fifth

    Example

    The song's chorus features a major triad.

  • a chord consisting of a root note, a minor third, and a perfect fifth

    Example

    The bridge of the song uses a minor triad.

  • triad of evils

    three negative factors or influences that are seen as particularly harmful or dangerous

    Example

    The triad of evils facing the company were declining sales, rising costs, and a lack of innovation.

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Summary: triad in Brief

A 'triad' [ˈtraɪæd] is a group of three people or things, such as a trio of friends. It can also refer to a chord consisting of three notes, like a major or minor triad. In addition, 'triad' can refer to a Chinese criminal organization involved in organized crime and drug trafficking. An example sentence using 'triad' is 'The police arrested several members of the triad for drug trafficking.'