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dithyramb

noun dith·y·ramb \ ˈdi-thi-ˌram(b) \

Definition of dithyramb

plural dithyrambs play \-ˌramz\
1 :a usually short poem in an inspired wild irregular strain
2 :a statement or writing in an exalted or enthusiastic vein
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dithyrambic

play \ˌdi-thi-ˈram-bik\ adjective
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dithyrambically

play \-bi-k(ə-)lē\ adverb

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Examples of dithyramb in a Sentence

  1. a tongue-in-cheek dithyramb in honor of the chocolate chip cookie

Origin and Etymology of dithyramb

Greek dithyrambos

dithyramb Synonyms

Synonyms
accolade, citation, commendation, encomium, eulogium, eulogy, homage, hymn, paean, panegyric, salutation, tribute
Related Words
award, decoration, dedication, honor, prize; acclaim, acclamation, laudation; applause, plaudit (s); bravo, hallelujah, kudo; approval, cachet, compliment, recommendation
Near Antonyms
censure, condemnation, denunciation, indictment, rebuke, reprimand, reproof; admonition, correction, harangue, lecture, sermon

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