orchestrate
5 synonyms for orchestrate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To arrange a piece of music so it can be performed by an orchestra.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use orchestrate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
orchestrate a plan
orchestrate an attack
orchestrate a campaign
Etymology
From "orchestra" plus the verb-forming suffix "-ate," on the model of French orchestrer.
Full origin of orchestrate →Frequently asked questions
What does “orchestrate” mean?
The word “orchestrate” means to arrange a piece of music so it can be performed by an orchestra. In plain terms, to arrange music for an orchestra, or more generally to organize a complicated plan so all the pieces work together.
How do you pronounce “orchestrate”?
“Orchestrate” is pronounced AW-kuh-strayt (/ˈɔɹ.kəstˌɹeɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “orchestrate” in a sentence?
Here is “orchestrate” used in a sentence: “The composer orchestrated his piano piece for full symphony.”
What part of speech is “orchestrate”?
“Orchestrate” is a verb.
Where does the word “orchestrate” come from?
The word “orchestrate” comes from French. From "orchestra" plus the verb-forming suffix "-ate," on the model of French orchestrer.
How many meanings does “orchestrate” have?
“Orchestrate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to arrange a piece of music so it can be performed by an orchestra.
