Words Like OVERTURE
We have put together a list of words that are similar to OVERTURE.
17 Alternative Words Similar to overture
2 examples of overture
1
to overture a religious body on some subject
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drinks were the overture to dinner
10 definitions of overture
1
An opening or aperture; a recess; a chamber.
2
Disclosure; discovery; revelation.
3
A proposal; an offer; a proposition formally submitted for consideration, acceptance, or rejection.
4
A composition, for a full orchestra, designed as an introduction to an oratorio, opera, or ballet, or as an independent piece; -- called in the latter case a concert overture.
5
To make an overture to.
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a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others
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orchestral music played at the beginning of an opera or oratorio
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something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows
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Music An instrumental composition intended especially as an introduction to an extended work, such as an opera or oratorio.
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Music A similar orchestral work intended for independent concert performance.