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offbeat
Approving
Informal
Examples
The artist 's offbeat paintings, featuring vibrant colors and abstract shapes, stood out in the traditional gallery.
Instead of a typical wedding ceremony, they opted for an offbeat celebration in a secluded forest with non-traditional rituals.
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not aligning with the main beat in music, often creating an unexpected or syncopated rhythm
Examples
The offbeat accents in the rhythm section gave the song a unique drive.
His guitar part often played offbeat, creating an interesting contrast with the drums.
Offbeat
01
a musical beat that is not strongly accented, typically creating an uneven or syncopated rhythm
Examples
The band experimented with offbeats to add depth to the song.
His guitar riff played with the offbeat, giving the track an interesting groove.
