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Upbeat

An unaccented beat at the start of a musical phrase.

📖 Definitions of "Upbeat"

noun
  1. 1

    An unaccented beat at the start of a musical phrase.

    "The conductor said: I give you three beats for nothing and then you come in on the upbeat."

adjective
  1. 1

    Having a fast pace, tempo, or beat.

    "The notes are easy, but it's an upbeat tune and should be played fairly quickly."

  2. 2

    Having a positive, lively, or perky tone, attitude, etc.

    "He sounded upbeat when I talked to him."

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