rhythmic

adjective

rhyth·​mic ˈrit͟h-mik 

variants or rhythmical

ˈriṯẖ-mi-kəl 

1

: marked by or moving in pronounced rhythm

2

: of, relating to, or involving rhythm

rhythmically

ˈriṯẖ-mi-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

Synonyms of rhythmic

• metrical
• cadenced
• steady
• musical

Examples of rhythmic in a Sentence

We could hear a rhythmic drumming outside.

lulled to sleep by the rhythmic sound of her mother's voice reading the Bible

Recent Examples on the Web

Chan worked hard, taking Chinese dance classes and rhythmic gymnastics, which translated well on ice. —Peter Warren, Houston Chronicle, 14 Feb. 2026

Every morning, seahorses greet their other half by performing a rhythmic dance that can last minutes or even hours to strengthen their bond. —K. R. Callaway, Scientific American, 13 Feb. 2026

The blending of ages, vibrations, rich colors and the rhythmic beat captured the spirit of America. —Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2026

The blending of ages, vibrations, rich colors and the rhythmic beat captured the spirit of America. —Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 11 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1603, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for rhythmic

• algorithmic
• logarithmic
• antiarrhythmic
• arrhythmic
• semilogarithmic

Kids Definition

rhythmic

adjective

rhyth·​mic ˈrit͟h-mik 

variants or rhythmical

-mi-kəl 

: of, relating to, or having rhythm

rhythmically

-mi-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

Medical Definition

rhythmic

adjective

rhyth·​mic ˈrit͟h-mik 

variants or rhythmical

-mi-kəl 

1

: of, relating to, or involving rhythm

2

: marked by or moving in pronounced rhythm

rhythmic contractions

rhythmically

-mi-k(ə-)lē 

adverb