Octavate

Pronunciation: /ˈɔktˈˌeɪviˈeɪt/

Octavate (verb)

  1. To play or sing a note eight pitches higher than the original.

Examples

  • The pianist decided to octavate the melody for emphasis.
  • You can octavate the notes to add variety to the piece.

Common collocations: octavate the melody, octavate the notes, octavate for emphasis

Synonyms of Octavate

Neutral

Antonyms of Octavate

  • when referring to making a note out of tune