orchestral

adjective

or·​ches·​tral ȯr-ˈke-strəl 

1

: of, relating to, or composed for an orchestra

2

: suggestive of an orchestra or its musical qualities

orchestrally

ȯr-ˈke-strə-lē 

adverb

Examples of orchestral in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The artistic potential in Sphere is a long way from Halpin’s earlier work in production design and creative direction for Pink, Cher, Christina Aguilera, and George Michael’s final tour, Symphonica, which paired the late singer with orchestral accompanists. —Leena Tailor, Rolling Stone, 23 Apr. 2026

Here is the orchestral version of that bird. —Heather Abbott, CBS News, 19 Apr. 2026

On the cinematic, orchestral theme song, Del Rey joined forces with five-time Bond film composer David Arnold. —Daniela Avila, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026

On the final night, newer Rough Trade signee caroline will perform with My New Band Believe, which is led by ex-black midi member Cameron Picton, while Pulp’s Jarvis Cocker will introduce a screening of Kes featuring a live orchestral soundtrack. —Spin Staff, SPIN, 14 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1779, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for orchestral

• ancestral
• kestrel

Kids Definition

orchestral

adjective

or·​ches·​tral ȯr-ˈkes-trəl 

: of, relating to, or written for an orchestra