Word: counterphrase
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: coun
ter
phrase
Definition: A musical phrase that complements or responds to another phrase.
Morphemes:
Affix: counter-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: in opposition to
Etymology Compounds: Affix: contra
Language: la
Decoded: contra
Meaning: against
Affix: phrase
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To divide into melodic phrases.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: φράζω
Language: grc
Decoded: phrazo
PoS: Verb
Meaning: to devise, plan, design, intend
Affix: -tis
Language: ine-pro
Decoded: -tis
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Forms the past participle of verbs.