syncopation
noun/ˌsɪŋkəˈpeɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #19,679 most common English word
Meaning
A rhythmic effect created by stressing beats that are normally weak or unstressed, common in jazz and popular music.
Example sentence
The jazz piece was full of syncopation that made the audience want to tap their feet.
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