1. a gradual decrease in loudness or intensity in music
Usage: musical term

1. with gradually decreasing loudness or intensity
Usage: musical term

1. gradually decreasing in loudness or intensity
Usage: musical term

Examples

• The orchestra played a beautiful diminuendo at the end of the movement.
• The conductor signaled for a diminuendo in the final measures.
• She sang the phrase diminuendo, letting her voice fade to a whisper.
• The diminuendo passage created a sense of calm and resolution.
• The pianist executed the diminuendo perfectly, gradually softening the melody.
• The composer marked diminuendo in the score to indicate the desired effect.
• The string section played diminuendo as the piece came to its gentle conclusion.