up-tempo

[uhp-tem-poh]

noun

plural

up-tempos, up-tempi 

1. a bouncy, fast tempo in music.

adjective

1. characterized by a fast and bouncy tempo.

Word History and Origins

Origin of up-tempo¹

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

Serra players kept cramping on defense, repeatedly slowing down Sierra Canyon’s up-tempo offense.

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Beck’s offense is expected to spread the field with an up-tempo attack, amplifying the challenge facing the Bruins.

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No. 2 Alabama — The Crimson Tide’s up-tempo style can catch a lot of opponents flat-footed.

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An up-tempo rocker, full of showboating guitar chords and an extremely 1980s cowbell, Hot For You, Baby is a prime example of Turner's raspy, physical style of soul.

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Pacifica came out on its first possession and used a no-huddle, up-tempo scheme to drive 72 yards for a 7-0 lead on Royster’s seven-yard touchdown run.

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