in unison
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Definition
Adverb 1. Speaking or singing at the same time; simultaneously: Used to describe actions, especially vocal ones like speaking or singing, that happen at exactly the same moment. 2. At the same pitch: Used in a musical context to describe voices or instruments producing notes of identical frequency.
Usage
The phrase "in unison" describes a perfect synchronization in time or sound. It is commonly used for groups of people performing an action together, such as speaking, singing, or moving.
Examples
- Speaking simultaneously:
- The class recited the pledge in unison.
- "Thank you," they said in unison.
- Singing or sounding simultaneously:
- The choir sang the final note in perfect unison.
- The bells rang in unison to mark the hour.
- Acting together in harmony:
- The dancers moved in unison.
- The committee worked in unison to complete the project.
Advanced Usage
- In complete/perfect unison: Emphasizes absolute synchronization.
- The orchestra's strings played in perfect unison.
- To act/be in unison: To be in full agreement or to act together harmoniously.
- The two departments need to act in unison on this policy.
Variants and Related Words
- Unison (noun): The state of being in perfect agreement or synchronization.
- The project requires unison of thought and action.
- Unisonous (adjective, rare): Characterized by unison.
- In chorus: A near-synonymous phrase often used interchangeably with "in unison" for speaking or singing together.
Synonyms
- Simultaneously
- In concert
- In harmony
- Together
- As one
- In chorus
Related Phrases
- In lockstep: Moving or acting in perfect unison, often implying rigid conformity.
- The soldiers marched in lockstep.
- With one voice: Expressing unanimous agreement.
- The council condemned the action with one voice.
Adverb
- at the same pitch
- they sang in unison
- speaking or singing at the same time; simultaneously
- they shouted `Yes!' in unison
- they responded in chorus to the teacher's questions