Adagio ( noun , adverb )

(As a noun)

Adagio ( noun )

1. A musical term indicating that a piece of music should be played slowly and gracefully.
2. A movement or piece of music played in this manner.

Origin:

From italian 'ad agio', at ease.

Examples:

1. The orchestra played the adagio with a mournful tone.
2. The adagio movement of the sonata was her favorite part.
3. He practiced the adagio section of the concerto until it was perfect.

(As an adverb)

Adagio ( adverb )

1. A musical term indicating that a piece of music should be played slowly and gracefully.
2. A movement or piece of music played in this manner.

Origin:

From italian 'ad agio', at ease.

Examples:

1. The orchestra played the adagio with a mournful tone.
2. The adagio movement of the sonata was her favorite part.
3. He practiced the adagio section of the concerto until it was perfect.