Recital — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ri-ˈsī-tᵊl/ re·cit·al

Meaning & Definition of Recital

Recital (noun)

  1. a detailed account, enumeration
  2. the act or process or an instance of reciting
  3. discourse, narration

Recital (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in litany, recitation

    similar: enumeration, litany, recitation, iteration, repetition, account, narration, report, story, catalog, checklist, list, listing, index, inventory

  2. as in symphony

    similar: symphony, performance, presentation, ceilidh (Scottish & Irish), hootenanny, jam, jam session, sing, songfest, concert, musicale, festival, fete, shindig

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Recital

The most common words with a similar meaning to Recital:

Scottish & Irish: ceilidh
enumeration, litany, recitation, iteration, repetition, account, narration, report, story, catalog, checklist, list, listing, index, inventory, symphony, performance, presentation, hootenanny, jam, jam session, sing, songfest, concert, musicale, festival, fete, shindig

Word Forms of Recital

Derived words: recitalist (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Recital

First known use: 1536

Frequently Asked Questions about Recital

What does "Recital" mean?

"Recital" means a detailed account, enumeration. As a noun, it is defined as: a detailed account, enumeration. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Recital"?

Other words for "Recital" include enumeration, litany, recitation, iteration, repetition, account, narration and report. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Recital" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Recital"?

There are 29 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Recital". Common alternatives include enumeration, litany, recitation, iteration, repetition, account, narration, report, story and catalog.

Is "Recital" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Recital" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Recital"?

"Recital" is pronounced /ri-ˈsī-tᵊl/ and divided into syllables as re·cit·al.

What is the origin of the word "Recital"?

First known use: 1536.

What is another word for "Recital" meaning "as in litany, recitation"?

When "Recital" (noun) means as in litany, recitation, synonyms include enumeration, litany, recitation, iteration, repetition and account.

What is another word for "Recital" meaning "as in symphony"?

When "Recital" (noun) means as in symphony, synonyms include symphony, performance, presentation, ceilidh, hootenanny and jam.