interludal

interludal

The orchestra played an interludal piece between the acts.

Definition

Adjective: Relating to or characteristic of an interlude, which is a short period of time that comes between two events, activities, or parts of a performance.

Usage Examples
  • (Music belonging to the interval between acts.)
  • (A brief, peaceful period between two intense events.)
  • (A short, lighter section inserted between major parts.)
Advanced Usage
  • "interludal passage": A section of a musical or literary work that serves as a transition or break.

    • The composer wrote a beautiful interludal passage for the flute and strings. (A short, connecting piece of music.)
  • "interludal moment": A brief, often reflective period between significant actions.

    • The interludal moment of silence allowed the audience to absorb the tragedy. (A short, meaningful pause.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Interlude (n): a short period of time that comes between two events; a short piece of music or a scene between parts of a performance.

    • The interlude between meetings gave us time to rest. (A break between events.)
  • Interludial (adj): an alternative form meaning the same as "interludal."

    • The interludial comedy routine lightened the mood. (Belonging to an interlude.)
Synonyms
  • Transitional: serving as a bridge between two states or periods.
  • Intermediate: coming between two things in time or order.
Related Idioms
  • A brief interlude: a short, temporary break in a sequence.

    • Their holiday was a brief interlude in a busy year. (A short period of rest.)
  • Interlude of peace: a short time without conflict.

    • The treaty brought an interlude of peace to the region. (A temporary period of calm.)