WORD MEANING
Tritone meaning
TRY-tone · noun
A musical interval consisting of three whole tones, spanning six semitones, often considered dissonant.
See all 16 words from the August 29, 2026 puzzle →Other meanings
A type of geometric shape with three equal parts.
A brand name for audio equipment.
A slang term for a difficult or awkward situation.
The term is primarily used in music theory but can appear in other contexts as a name or slang.
Examples
The composer used a tritone to create tension in the music.
In jazz, the tritone substitution is a common harmonic device.