perfect cadence

American  

noun

Music.

1. a cadence in which the tonic chord has its root in both bass and soprano.

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Etymology

Origin of perfect cadence

First recorded in 1720–30

Example Sentences

They remained there, tucked into his memory, deep within a cave of abstract thoughts: information and ideas about pawns and squares to be used, discarded, or ignored—all in perfect cadence and synchronicity.

From Literature

Perfect Cadence — Same as authentic cadence.

From Literature

That meant nailing the perfect cadence and pressure each time.

From The Verge

“He’s ... putting ... on ... a ... show!” the man on my right responds, each word with perfect cadence.

From Washington Post

That has long been among Rondo’s strengths, but he’s playing the part of an all-time great in driving to the rim, setting up the roll man in perfect cadence, and making the next-level read to a slasher or outside shooter.

From New York Times