Accordant

/əˈkɔrdənt/ adjective

Definition

Being in accord or agreement; harmonious.

Etymology

From Old French accordant (present participle of acorder), meaning 'agreeing' or 'harmonious.' The Latin root cor means 'heart,' so it literally means 'bringing hearts together.'

Kelly Says

Musicians have used this word for centuries to describe sounds that naturally fit together—when two instruments are 'accordant,' their notes blend beautifully without any dissonance. It's the musical version of 'getting along.'

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