Harmony

Noun

Definition: The combination of simultaneously sounded musical notes to produce a pleasing effect.

Definition: Agreement or accord.

Synonyms: Concord, Agreement, Unity

Antonyms: Discord, Dissonance, Disagreement

Examples:
  • The choir sang in perfect harmony.
  • We need to find a way to live in harmony with nature.
Mnemonics:
  • Think of a choir singing in perfect harmony, creating a pleasing effect.
  • Imagine a group of people working together in complete harmony, with no conflicts or disagreements.

Etymology:

Origin:

Middle English 'harmonie', from Old French, from Latin 'harmonia', from Greek 'harmonia', meaning "joint, agreement."

Historical Usage:

The concept of harmony has a long history in music and was considered a central principle by ancient Greek philosophers such as Pythagoras and Plato.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Live in harmony"

Explanation:

To coexist peacefully and in agreement with others.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Harmony refers only to musical notes.

Explanation:

While the term is commonly associated with music, it can also refer to general agreement or accord in various contexts.

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