Allegro

Pronunciation: /əˈlɛɡˌroʊ/

Allegro (adjective)

  1. Played or performed in a quick and lively manner.

Examples

  • The dancers moved in an allegro manner across the stage.
  • The allegro tempo kept the audience engaged throughout the performance.

Common collocations: allegro tempo, allegro movement, play an allegro, allegro section

Allegro (noun)

  1. A part of a musical piece that is played quickly and energetically.

Examples

  • The symphony concluded with a vibrant allegro.
  • The pianist played the allegro with great skill.

Synonyms of Allegro

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Allegro

  • In music, 'adagio' indicates a slow tempo.