midtempo
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4.1
Music that is played at a medium speed, not fast or slow
- adjective
- /ˈmɪdˌtɛmpoʊ/
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medio
- A midtempo bluesy-folk story about an unfaithful lover, the song is orchestrated by a hearty dosage of horns that enhance Clarkson's honey-smooth vocals.
- a midtempo ballad
- a midtempo song
- midtempo groove
Examples
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(midtempo country music)
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(midtempo electronic music)
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The midtempo songs are awesome too; Mission Motherland is (I know I am going out on a limb here) one of my favorite Helloween songs.
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The band released a midtempo song that was perfect for dancing without rushing.
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Her latest album features a midtempo ballad that beautifully captures the essence of love.
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He enjoys listening to midtempo tracks during his long drives, as they keep him relaxed.
Synonyms
7.6
In music at a speed that is not too fast or slow
describes medium speed generally rather than naming a tempo marking
9.5
A fairly quick speed in music, faster than a slow movement but slower than a fast one
refers to medium speed, not the slightly faster musical pace
Antonyms
How Fast
Surface Forms
midtempo positive
Morphology
Etymology
Midtempo combines mid ('middle') and tempo ('time' or 'speed' in music'), so a midtempo song is one that sits in the middle of speed; not fast and not slow.