Accompaniment

/əˈkʌmpənɪmənt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Something added to enhance or complement something else, especially in music.

The pianist provided a beautiful accompaniment to the vocalist's solo.

A musical part that supports another part, typically a melody.

The string quartet's accompaniment added depth to the symphony.

Food served with another dish.

The chef suggested a salad as an accompaniment to the grilled chicken.

An instance of accompanying someone or something.

The accompaniments to their dance performance included dramatic lighting and costumes.

Late Middle English: from Old French acompenement, from acompenier 'to accompany'.

musical accompaniment

music played to support a singer or soloist.

meal accompaniment

a side dish or drink that enhances the main dish.

in accompaniment

in the company of or alongside.

accompany

to go somewhere with someone.

accompanist

a musician who plays an accompaniment.

an accessory or added feature.

The shoes were nice, but the flashy laces were a cool accompaniment.