false note

名词 n.
中文释义

英文释义

名词 n.
  1. An incorrect note which is sung or played in a musical performance.
    — Sometimes he even thrums a little on the piano, and takes a part in a trio, in which his voice can generally be distinguished by a certain quavering tone, and an occasional false note.
  2. Of a remark or narrative, an indication (as discerned by the listener or reader) of untruth, insincerity, or inconsistency. broadly,idiomatic
    — [H]is words were grave, his manner was earnest, and his speech came from the fulness of his heart. If there had been a false note, a false look, Harry would have detected both, […]
  3. Of a non-verbal display or presentation, an indication of incongruity or inappropriateness. broadly,idiomatic
    — The only false note in an otherwise classic and elegant collection was the gratuitous flash of black fishnet stockings and suspenders under otherwise unremarkable paisley and floral shirts.

词形变化

false notes plural
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