ensemble Definition
- 1a group of musicians, actors, or dancers who perform together
- 2all the parts of something considered together rather than separately
Using ensemble: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ensemble" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The ensemble played a beautiful piece of music.
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The film's ensemble cast included many famous actors.
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The dress and shoes make a lovely ensemble.
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The furniture ensemble was carefully selected to match the decor.
ensemble Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with ensemble
ensemble cast
a group of actors in a film or play who have roughly equal importance to the story
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The movie boasted an impressive ensemble cast, including several Oscar winners.
ensemble comedy
a comedic film or TV show that features a large cast of characters, often with multiple storylines
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The TV series was an ensemble comedy, with each character having their own unique quirks and storylines.
ensemble piece
a work of art, such as a film, play, or musical composition, that features a large cast of characters or instruments
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The director's latest film was an ensemble piece, featuring a large and diverse cast of characters.
Origins of ensemble
from French 'ensemble', meaning 'together'
Summary: ensemble in Brief
The term 'ensemble' [ɑːnˈsɑːmbl] refers to a group of musicians, actors, or dancers who perform together, or all the parts of something considered together rather than separately. It is used in contexts like 'The ensemble played a beautiful piece of music,' and 'The dress and shoes make a lovely ensemble.' 'Ensemble' extends into phrases like 'ensemble cast,' and 'ensemble piece,' denoting works of art with large casts of characters or instruments.
