melodious

adjective

me·​lo·​di·​ous mə-ˈlō-dē-əs 

1

: having a pleasing melody

2

: of, relating to, or producing melody

melodiously adverb

melodiousness noun

Synonyms

• melodic
• lyrical
• lyric

Examples of melodious in a Sentence

could hear the melodious sounds of the woodlands as winter gave way to spring

a particularly melodious ringtone that was instantly recognizable

Recent Examples on the Web

Her natural and melodious style, so swift and unpretentious, bears death and danger on its wings. —Rachel Cusk, New Yorker, 24 Aug. 2025

And there’s a surplus-electronics sale, a boombox-building contest and food trucks, all set to the melodious commentary of local radio hosts Hoyt Smith and Sylvia Chacon. —Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 17 July 2025

Her smooth, melodious voice has earned her four JUNO Awards and the FIJM’s prestigious Ella Fitzgerald Award in 2013. —Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025

Zambrano’s sweet, melodious voice is beautifully complemented by Noreh’s velvety tones. —Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 28 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for melodious

• commodious
• odious

Kids Definition

melodious

adjective

me·​lo·​di·​ous mə-ˈlōd-ē-əs 

1

: pleasing to the ear because of melody

melodious music

2

: of, relating to, or producing melody

melodious birds

melodiously adverb

melodiousness noun