syncopated

adjective

syn·​co·​pat·​ed ˈsiŋ-kə-ˌpā-təd 

ˈsin-

1

: cut short : abbreviated

2

: marked by or exhibiting syncopation

syncopated rhythm

Examples of syncopated in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

These days, sirens are primarily used to warn people about severe weather, though Milwaukee County still also tests the sirens' attack signal, a more syncopated wailing, after the steady storm warning test. —Claudia Levens, jsonline.com, 25 July 2025

Readers have been captivated by its syncopated prose, and its imperative to explore – both an outward journey to the wide open spaces of America, and a journey within of self-discovery. —Matthew Carey, Deadline, 5 June 2025

In Cuban music, mambo evolved to describe a musical style and dance that emerged in the 1940s, characterized by syncopated rhythms and energetic movements. —Erik Kain, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024

Rooted in syncopated beats and live performances, go-go has provided the soundtrack to countless DC block parties, political protests, and neighborhood gatherings. —Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 24 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1665, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for syncopated

• abdicated
• abrogated
• acclimated
• activated
• actuated
• adumbrated
• advocated
• aggravated
• aggregated
• agitated
• allocated
• alternated