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syncopated

/sɪŋkəˈpeɪtɪd/ adjective · British & US
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What does syncopated mean?

adjective

Having or characterized by syncopation, or the omission of parts of a rhythm in music or speech, often for emphasis or effect. In music, a syncopated rhythm is one that emphasizes off-beat or unexpected parts of a rhythm.

Example

"The jazz band's syncopated beat was infectious and got everyone on the dance floor."

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