counterpoint

• 指音乐中两个或多个独立旋律线同时结合的技术；也指争论或艺术作品中形成对比、相互映衬的元素。

A noun referring to a musical technique involving the combination of two or more independent melodic lines, or a contrasting element in an argument or artistic work.

1. Musical techniqueC1formalart

   The art of combining two or more independent melodic lines in a harmonious way.

   对位法

   • Bach's fugues are masterpieces of counterpoint.
   • The composer studied counterpoint at the conservatory.
   • In this piece, the violin and cello create a beautiful counterpoint.

   同义词polyphony

2. Contrasting elementC1formal

   Something that contrasts with or complements another element, often in a discussion or argument.

   对照物

   • Her calm demeanor was a perfect counterpoint to his excitement.
   • The author uses humor as a counterpoint to the tragic events.
   • The quiet countryside serves as a counterpoint to the bustling city life.

   同义词antithesiscomplementcontrastcounterpartfoilopposite

• 动词，指将某事物与另一事物并置以形成对比或衬托，常用于辩论、音乐或艺术创作中。

A verb used to indicate the act of contrasting or setting something against another, often in argument, music, or artistic composition.

1. Contrast or complementC1formal

   To emphasize a contrast or provide a complementary element to something.

   形成对比或补充

   • The bright colors counterpoint the dark background in the painting.
   • Her calm demeanor counterpoints his aggressive style.
   • The author uses humor to counterpoint the serious themes of the novel.

   同义词complementcontrastcounterbalancejuxtaposeoffsetset off