Definition

Adverb: 1. In a manner performed by or involving a chorus: Pertaining to singing, speaking, or playing music together as a group. 2. In a manner relating to or characteristic of a chorus: Done with the unified, collective quality typical of a choral group.

Usage and Examples

• The hymn was sung chorally by the entire congregation, creating a powerful, unified sound.
• The piece is written to be performed chorally, with all four vocal parts entering together.
• They recited the poem chorally, their voices blending into a single rhythmic flow.

Advanced Usage

• "Chorally accompanied": Describes music where the primary melodic or harmonic support is provided by a chorus, as opposed to a single instrument or a small ensemble.
  • The soloist was chorally accompanied, which gave the aria a uniquely rich texture.

Variants and Related Words

• Choral (Adjective): Of, for, or sung by a choir or chorus.
  • They are members of a choral society.
• Chorus (Noun): A large group of singers; a refrain in a song.
  • The chorus repeated the main theme.

Synonyms

• In unison: Speaking or singing the same words or notes at the same time.
• En masse: As a whole group; all together.

Related Phrases and Idioms

(This word is technical and does not commonly feature in idiomatic expressions or phrasal verbs.)

Adverb

1. by a chorus
   • chorally accompanied