Unison

/ˈjuː.nɪ.sən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The occurrence of two or more things happening at the same time; agreement or harmony.

The choir sang in unison, filling the hall with a powerful sound.

A pitch or tone that is the same for multiple voices or instruments.

The musicians played the melody in unison, creating a rich harmonic texture.

An instance of simultaneous action or agreement.

The students responded in unison when the teacher asked if they understood the lesson.

From Latin 'unisonus' meaning 'one sound'.

in unison

simultaneously or in agreement

sing in unison

to sing together at the same pitch

act in unison

to take action together in agreement

concord

An agreement or harmony between persons or groups.

harmony

A pleasing combination of different things or the absence of conflict.

simultaneity

The occurrence of events at the same time.

All together or all at once, often used informally.

They shouted the answer out in unison.

When people come together for a common purpose.

The crowd was in unison during the protest.