Choreographic: meaning, definitions and examples

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choreographic

 

[ ˌkɔːr.i.əˈɡræf.ɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

dance

Relating to the art of creating and arranging dance performances.

Synonyms

ballet, dancing, movement.

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Word Description / Examples
choreographic

Used in contexts referring to the art and technique of designing dance sequences and movements.

  • The choreographic elements of the show were praised by critics.
  • She studied choreographic techniques to improve her dance routines.
dancing

General term that refers to the activity of moving rhythmically to music. It can be informal or formal and encompasses various styles.

  • They spent the evening dancing at the club.
  • Dancing is her favorite way to relax after a long day.
movement

Broader term that can refer to any physical motion, whether it's related to dance, exercise, or other forms of physical activity.

  • Smooth, graceful movement is essential in performing well on stage.
  • The exercise routine includes various movement drills.
ballet

Specific to the classical dance form that involves precise and highly formalized steps and gestures. Often performed in theaters.

  • She took ballet lessons for ten years.
  • The ballet performance last night was breathtaking.

Examples of usage

  • She is known for her choreographic talent.
  • The choreographic elements of the ballet were stunning.
Context #2 | Adjective

theater

Relating to the design and arrangement of dance movements in a theatrical production.

Synonyms

performance, stage, theatrical.

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choreographic

Commonly used in the same context as 'choreographic' to describe anything related to dance and movement arrangements, so the explanations are the same for both instances.

  • The choreographic creativity of the piece was evident in every step
theatrical

Refers to anything related to the theater or dramatic performances, often implying a certain dramatic flair or exaggeration.

  • Her theatrical gestures captivated the audience
stage

Refers to the place where actors, singers, or dancers perform.

  • The singer walked confidently onto the stage
performance

Used to describe an act of presenting a play, concert, or other form of entertainment.

  • Last night's performance of Romeo and Juliet was stunning

Examples of usage

  • The choreographic aspect of the play was well-received by the audience.
  • The choreographic sequences were carefully coordinated.

Translations

Translations of the word "choreographic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 coreográfico

🇮🇳 नृत्य-संबंधी

🇩🇪 choreographisch

🇮🇩 koreografi

🇺🇦 хореографічний

🇵🇱 choreograficzny

🇯🇵 振付の

🇫🇷 chorégraphique

🇪🇸 coreográfico

🇹🇷 koreografik

🇰🇷 안무의

🇸🇦 متعلق بالرقص

🇨🇿 choreografický

🇸🇰 choreografický

🇨🇳 编舞的

🇸🇮 koreografski

🇮🇸 danshöfundar-

🇰🇿 хореографиялық

🇬🇪 ქორეოგრაფიული

🇦🇿 xoreoqrafik

🇲🇽 coreográfico

Etymology

The term 'choreographic' originates from the Greek words 'χορεία' (khoreia), meaning 'dance', and 'γραφή' (graphe), meaning 'writing'. It first appeared in the early 19th century to describe the artistic creation and arrangement of dance movements. Over the years, choreographic techniques have evolved and diversified, becoming an essential element of various performing arts, including ballet, modern dance, and theater.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,385 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.