Synonyms of syncopation

Noun

1. syncope, syncopation, articulation

usage: (phonology) the loss of sounds from within a word (as in `fo'c'sle' for `forecastle')

2. syncopation, rhythm, beat, musical rhythm

usage: a musical rhythm accenting a normally weak beat

3. syncopation, music

usage: music (especially dance music) that has a syncopated rhythm

Definition and meaning of syncopation (Dictionary)