antiphonal Synonyms
antiphonal Meaning
antiphonal (n)
bound collection of antiphons
antiphonal (a)
containing or using responses; alternating
relating to or resembling an antiphon or antiphony
antiphonal (a.)
Of or pertaining to antiphony, or alternate singing; sung alternately by a divided choir or opposite choirs.
antiphonal (n.)
A book of antiphons or anthems.
antiphonal Sentence Examples
- The choir's antiphonal singing filled the cathedral with a captivating and immersive sound.
- The musicians orchestrated an antiphonal arrangement, with alternating voices echoing through the concert hall.
- The ancient ritual involved antiphonal responses between the priest and the congregation.
- The traditional ceremony featured antiphonal chanting, creating a dynamic and participatory worship experience.
- The composer designed the piece with antiphonal sections, allowing the instruments to converse with each other.
- The sacred dance performance incorporated antiphonal drumming, enhancing the rhythmic complexity.
- During the religious procession, the antiphonal prayers resonated through the air, uniting the faithful.
- The choral ensemble rehearsed diligently to perfect the antiphonal dynamics in their upcoming performance.
- The antiphonal architecture of the amphitheater ensured that the audience experienced the music from all directions.
- The indigenous ceremony celebrated nature with antiphonal calls and responses, reflecting a deep connection to the environment.
FAQs About the word antiphonal
bound collection of antiphons, containing or using responses; alternating, relating to or resembling an antiphon or antiphonyOf or pertaining to antiphony, or a
Psalter, songster,antiphonary, breviary,songbook, hymnal,missal, psalmody, hymnbook
No antonyms found.
The choir's antiphonal singing filled the cathedral with a captivating and immersive sound.
The musicians orchestrated an antiphonal arrangement, with alternating voices echoing through the concert hall.
The ancient ritual involved antiphonal responses between the priest and the congregation.
The traditional ceremony featured antiphonal chanting, creating a dynamic and participatory worship experience.
