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ensemble

ensemble

9 5.8
A group of parts or details that make one complete design
  • noun
  • /ɑnˈsɑmbl/
translation icon : conjunto
  • In her latest collection, the designer presented a striking ensemble of outfits that highlighted her unique style and vision.

And the IT really was about ensemble, you know, not about the individual.

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Examples

  • Almost half a century ago, four students at the Royal College of Music began to meet informally to play some favorite pieces and improve their ensemble technique.

  • Once the students and teacher complete the small-ensemble experience, it may become a regular part of the curriculum.

    Academic text (2002)
  • So it goes to a large ensemble of many, many different structures.

  • Adjustments were common in the ensemble in this case study.

    Academic text (2006)
  • Particularly in the early designs, Michelangelo's aim was to create an ensemble of a unique type.

    Academic text (1992)
  • Even without the installation of the intended fountains, the completed ensemble made a spectacular impression on visitors arriving in Livorno.

    Academic text (2015)
  • Assuredly, in first-rate high school ensembles, students will gain sufficient access to many masterworks.

    Academic text (2005)
  • Here, Delalande adds Bertola's altar reliquary to the ensemble perceived from the cathedral.

    Academic text (1995)
  • The artist created a stunning painting that showcased an ensemble of colors, blending together to form a harmonious image.

  • The director praised the musical for its talented ensemble cast, who worked together to deliver an unforgettable performance.

Synonyms

combination
vsensemble
553 2.3

A mixture of things or parts that form one thing

is more specific to art and unified detail rather than general joining
composition
vsensemble
99 4.1

The parts and amounts that make up something

focuses on the same unity but stresses the overall gathered parts
montage
vsensemble
  • Specialized
47 6.2

A group of images or short scenes joined to show a single idea

is about a unified set of parts especially in art rather than image sequence
collage
vsensemble
12 5.1

A collection of different things, such as photos and stories, put together

puts emphasis on unity in art but allows varied, contrasting parts
assemblage
vsensemble
7 5.5

A group of things put together, like parts or materials

refers to a unified grouping in art with more emphasis on parts
conglomeration
vsensemble
7 7.4

A group of different things gathered in one place

focuses on arranged parts forming a single artistic whole rather than a mass
tout ensemble
vsensemble
  • Formal
9.9

The overall look and feeling of a group of things together

focuses on parts forming a whole rather than the total impression
conglomerate
vsensemble
7.0

Made of different parts joined into one whole

is more about artistic unity of parts rather than mere mixture

Antonyms

fragmentation
  • Specialized
9 6.8

When a group or society breaks into smaller parts and loses shared values

4 6.4

A situation when people or groups do not agree

Idioms

tout ensemble
  • Formal
9.9

When you think about everything together

Compounds

tout ensemble
  • Formal
9.9

The overall look and feeling of a group of things together

How Unified

ensemble
9 5.8
assemblage
7 5.5
group
1.0
collection
93 1.9

Surface Forms

ensemble singular
ensembles plural

Etymology

Ensemble comes from the French ensemble, which means 'together' and is like the English word assemble. So an artistic ensemble is many parts arranged to work 'together' to make a single, balanced whole.