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downbeat

/ˈdaʊnbiːt/
noun
  1. The first beat of a measure in music, usually stressed or emphasized by the conductor.
    • In 4/4 time, the downbeat falls on the first beat of each measure.
    • The drummer emphasized the downbeat with a loud kick drum hit.
    • The conductor gave a strong downbeat to start the symphony.
adjective
  1. Sad, gloomy, or lacking in energy or optimism.
    • After losing the game, the team's mood was very downbeat.
    • The movie had a downbeat ending that left the audience feeling sad.
    • The news report was surprisingly downbeat about the economy.
Synonyms
sombergloomy
Antonyms
cheerfulupbeat
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