cadenced

[ keyd-nst ]

adjective

1. having or marked by a rhythmical cadence:

   the cadenced steps of marching troops.

Other Words From

• non·cadenced adjective
• un·cadenced adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of cadenced¹

First recorded in 1780–90; cadence + -ed ³

Example Sentences

Keep the step quick, elastic, perfectly cadenced, and without any rolling of the shoulders.

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The fresh morning breeze flutters gently through the tall grass, which it bends by its light and cadenced movements.

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He then put his fingers in his mouth, and imitated with rare skill the soft and cadenced note of the maukawis.

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Then came the lumber district, the swaying bridges where they broke their cadenced stride, and crossed at route step.

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The doctor tipped his sombrero forward and laughed aloud in long, cadenced peals as he sorted his vials.

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