melodious

adjective

me·​lo·​di·​ous mə-ˈlō-dē-əs How to pronounce melodious (audio)
1
: having a pleasing melody
2
: of, relating to, or producing melody
melodiously adverb
melodiousness noun

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 For our shared symphony of success is the most melodious tune of all. Chris Schembra, Rolling Stone, 27 Sep. 2023 The new song begins with soft chords from an electric guitar and the singer’s melodious voice, followed by soft percussion that unleashes the rock ballad. Luisa Calle, Billboard, 29 Sep. 2023 Headliner Teyana Taylor Channeled Her Inner Boss The soulful, melodious voice and effortless dance moves of Teyana Taylor had us all in a trance. Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 29 Aug. 2023 The most obvious antecedent to this fandom is the one for the Smiths, the maudlin but melodious Manchester band that broke up in 1987 but continues to enjoy a passionate following among Mexican Americans today. Eric Ducker, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2023 When quirkily melodious new wave tried to make punk cute, the Bowery gobbled it all up and puked up atonal filth-art no wave. Jonathan Rowe, Spin, 11 Aug. 2023 Howie Mandel says cartoon band Noodle and Bun is 'most amazing thing ever' Who needs a rock 'n' roll growl, when a melodious bark will do just the trick? USA TODAY, 2 Aug. 2023 Definitely not drums, a melodious instrument such as piano, guitar, steel pan, and that will reduce their anxiety. Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 24 July 2023 Produced by Rude Boyz, the melodious pop song was penned by Maluma, Keityn, Edgar Barrera and Bulle Nene with lyrics set in present day that tell the story of a toxic relationship and the aftermath of a breakup in the Instagram era. Griselda Flores, Billboard, 28 June 2023 See More

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of melodious was in the 14th century

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“Melodious.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/melodious. Accessed 10 Dec. 2023.

Kids Definition

melodious

adjective
me·​lo·​di·​ous mə-ˈlōd-ē-əs How to pronounce melodious (audio)
1
: pleasing to the ear because of melody
melodious music
2
: of, relating to, or producing melody
melodious birds
melodiously adverb
melodiousness noun

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