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cadent

/kædnt/ adjective · British & US
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What does cadent mean?

adjective

Having a clear, ringing sound; harmonious and melodious. In music, a cadent is a final or concluding phrase.

Example

"The choir's cadent harmonies filled the cathedral with a sense of peace."

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