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tempoed

/ˈtɛm.pəʊd/

/ˈtɛm.poʊd/

temponoun

Definitions

The speed at which a passage of music is or should be played.

The conductor set a brisk tempo for the orchestra to follow.

The rate or speed of motion or activity; pace.

The tempo of the meeting increased as the deadline approached.

In chess and other turn-based games, a single move or turn, especially one regarded as an advantage or disadvantage in the speed of development.

By checking with his bishop, White gained a tempo and forced Black's king to move.

tempoverb

tempoed

Past Simple

tempoed

Past Simple

tempoed

Past Participle

tempoing

Gerund

/ˈtɛm.pəʊ/

/ˈtɛm.poʊ/

Rare; chiefly musical usage meaning ‘to set or regulate the tempo of a performance’

Definitions

To regulate or perform (a piece of music) at a particular tempo.

The maestro tempoed the finale slightly faster to heighten the excitement.

Synonyms

tempoadjective

Definitions

Relating to or characterized by tempo, especially in music.

Tempo changes add dramatic effect to the composition.