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sonata

noun

/səˈnɑːtə/

Meaning

A musical composition for one or more instruments, typically in several movements.

She performed a beautiful Beethoven sonata on the piano.

composition, piece, symphony, concerto, opus

silence, noise

piano sonata, violin sonata, classical sonata, Beethoven sonata

The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry.

A group of four people playing music or singing together.

an angry argument or disagreement between people

the action of maintaining something in its original or existing state

a member of a jury who is chosen to hear evidence in a legal case and help make a decision

feelings of pity and compassion for someone else's suffering