concert
- 01 A1 Beginner
n.a public performance of music by one or more musicians.
n.a public musical performance, typically involving multiple performers or instruments.
Simple“We bought tickets for the rock concert at the stadium next month.”
In context“The symphony orchestra gave a magnificent concert in the park, attracting thousands of local residents despite the threat of rain.”
Synonyms - 02 C1 Advanced
n.the state of working together or agreeing on a plan.
n.agreement in design or plan; a union formed by mutual communication of opinions.
Simple“The two departments worked in concert to finish the project on time.”
In context“The central banks acted in concert to stabilise the currency, coordinating their interest rate adjustments across several borders.”
UsageOften used in the phrase 'in concert with'.
Antonyms - 03 C2 Proficiency
v.to plan or arrange something with other people.
v.to settle or adjust by conference, agreement, or consultation; to plan or devise together.
Simple“The leaders met to concert a plan for the new trade agreement.”
In context“The allied forces sought to concert a strategy that would address the humanitarian crisis while maintaining regional security.”
UsageUsually transitive, taking a direct object.
Synonyms
Borrowed from French concert, from Italian concerto, deverbal from concertare. Doublet of concerto.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.