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upbeat

noun
  1. An unaccented beat at the start of a musical phrase.

    "The conductor said: I give you three beats for nothing and then you come in on the upbeat."

Synonymsanacrusis, anticipatory, anticipatory note, pickup, unaccented beat
adjective
  1. Having a fast pace, tempo, or beat.

    "The notes are easy, but it's an upbeat tune and should be played fairly quickly."

  2. Having a positive, lively, or perky tone, attitude, etc.

    "He sounded upbeat when I talked to him."

Antonymsdownbeat

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