cadence
//ˈkeɪ.dəns//
Noun
cadenceSingular
cadencesPlural
1
A rhythmic flow or pattern of sounds, especially in speech or music.
The poet's voice had a beautiful cadence that captivated the audience.
2
The rise and fall of the voice when speaking; modulation or inflection.
The poet read her work with a beautiful cadence that captivated the audience.
3
A sequence of chords that brings a phrase or piece of music to a close.
The piece ends with a perfect cadence.
4
The beat or measure of something that follows a rhythmic pattern, such as marching or running.
The soldiers marched in perfect cadence.