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unison

[yoo-nuh-suhn]

unison Definition

  • 1the state of being together or in agreement
  • 2simultaneous performance of action or utterance of speech

Using unison: Examples

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

  • Example

    The choir sang in unison.

  • Example

    The team acted in unison to achieve their goal.

  • Example

    The audience clapped in unison.

  • Example

    The students recited the pledge of allegiance in unison.

unison Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for unison

Phrases with unison

  • in complete agreement or harmony

    Example

    The dancers moved in perfect unison, creating a beautiful performance.

  • in agreement or harmony with someone or something

    Example

    The company's goals were in unison with the values of its employees.

  • not in agreement or harmony with someone or something

    Example

    The team's actions were out of unison with their coach's instructions.

Origins of unison

from Latin 'uni-' meaning 'one' and 'sonus' meaning 'sound'

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Summary: unison in Brief

The term 'unison' [yoo-nuh-suhn] refers to being in agreement or harmony, as well as simultaneous performance of action or speech. Examples include a choir singing in unison, a team acting in unison, or an audience clapping in unison. Phrases like 'in perfect unison' and 'in unison with' denote complete agreement or harmony, while 'out of unison' means not in agreement or harmony.

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