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melodic

 

[ məˈlɒdɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

music

Relating to or having a pleasing melody; melodious.

Synonyms

harmonious, musical, tuneful.

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Word Description / Examples
melodic

Use when referring to something that has a pleasant, easily recognizable tune or melody.

  • The song was very melodic, and everyone found themselves humming along
harmonious

Best for situations where sounds or elements blend well together, creating a pleasing combination.

  • The choir's performance was truly harmonious, with each voice perfectly complementing the others
tuneful

Ideal for describing something that is not only pleasant to hear but specifically has a good tune.

  • The bird's song was exceptionally tuneful, filling the morning air with a delightful melody
musical

General term, suitable for anything related to music or having the quality of music.

  • She has a musical talent that shines through in every performance

Examples of usage

  • The melodic tones of the violin filled the concert hall.
  • Her voice had a melodic quality that captivated the audience.
  • The melodic flow of the song touched the hearts of everyone in the room.

Translations

Translations of the word "melodic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 melódico

🇮🇳 मेलोडिक

🇩🇪 melodisch

🇮🇩 melodik

🇺🇦 мелодійний

🇵🇱 melodyjny

🇯🇵 旋律的

🇫🇷 mélodique

🇪🇸 melódico

🇹🇷 melodik

🇰🇷 선율적인

🇸🇦 لحني

🇨🇿 melodický

🇸🇰 melodický

🇨🇳 旋律的

🇸🇮 melodičen

🇮🇸 melódískt

🇰🇿 әуенді

🇬🇪 მელოდიური

🇦🇿 melodik

🇲🇽 melódico

Etymology

The word 'melodic' originated from the Greek word 'melōidía', meaning 'song'. It has been used in English since the mid-17th century to describe something related to melody or musical sounds. Over time, 'melodic' has become a commonly used term in the music industry to refer to pleasant, harmonious sounds or compositions.

See also: melodies, melodious, melodiously.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,472, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.