Ensemble: meaning, definitions and examples

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ensemble

 

[ ɑːnˈsɑːmbəl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

music

A group of musicians, actors, or dancers who perform together.

Synonyms

band, group, troupe

Examples of usage

  • The orchestra is a talented ensemble of musicians.
  • The ballet ensemble performed a beautiful routine.
Context #2 | Noun

fashion

A coordinated outfit or set of garments.

Synonyms

attire, outfit

Examples of usage

  • She wore an elegant ensemble to the gala.
  • The designer created a stunning ensemble for the fashion show.
Context #3 | Noun

group

A group of items viewed as a whole rather than individually.

Synonyms

collection, group, set

Examples of usage

  • The artwork is a diverse ensemble of different styles.
  • The furniture ensemble in the room creates a harmonious look.

Translations

Translations of the word "ensemble" in other languages:

🇵🇹 conjunto

🇮🇳 समूह

🇩🇪 Ensemble

🇮🇩 ensembel

🇺🇦 ансамбль

🇵🇱 zespół

🇯🇵 アンサンブル

🇫🇷 ensemble

🇪🇸 conjunto

🇹🇷 topluluk

🇰🇷 앙상블

🇸🇦 مجموعة

🇨🇿 soubor

🇸🇰 súbor

🇨🇳 合奏

🇸🇮 ansambel

🇮🇸 samstæða

🇰🇿 ансамбль

🇬🇪 ანსამბლი

🇦🇿 ansambl

🇲🇽 conjunto

Etymology

The word 'ensemble' originated from French in the mid-18th century, derived from the Old French word 'ensamble', which means 'together'. It initially referred to a group of musicians playing together. Over time, the term expanded to include actors, dancers, and even coordinated outfits in fashion. 'Ensemble' emphasizes the idea of unity and cohesion within a group or set of items.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,525, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.