philharmonic
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for philharmonic, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Devoted to or appreciative of music, especially orchestral music (used mainly in orchestra names).
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use philharmonic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From French philharmonique, from Italian filarmonico, literally combining "phil-" (loving) with "harmonic."
Full origin of philharmonic →Frequently asked questions
What does “philharmonic” mean?
The word “philharmonic” means devoted to or appreciative of music, especially orchestral music (used mainly in orchestra names). In plain terms, usually seen as part of an orchestra's name, meaning a full symphony orchestra devoted to classical music.
How do you pronounce “philharmonic”?
“Philharmonic” is pronounced fihl-hah-MO-nihk (/ˌfɪlərˈmɑnɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “philharmonic” in a sentence?
Here is “philharmonic” used in a sentence: “The philharmonic society raises funds to support young musicians.”
What part of speech is “philharmonic”?
Depending on how it is used, “philharmonic” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “philharmonic” come from?
The word “philharmonic” comes from French. From French philharmonique, from Italian filarmonico, literally combining "phil-" (loving) with "harmonic.".
Is “philharmonic” a common word?
“Philharmonic” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “philharmonic” have?
“Philharmonic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: devoted to or appreciative of music, especially orchestral music (used mainly in orchestra names).