as in lyrical
having a pleasantly flowing quality suggestive of music
a sweetly melodic chant
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Recent Examples of melodic
The score consists of fifty-three melodic cells in and around the key of C; the performers are directed to move through these cells at their own pace, repeating them at will before moving on to the next.
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Alex Ross, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
The record is signature Oliver, Chris, and Jano cooking up a vibrant, melodic stew — part big-tent soul revival, part joyous dive into the abyss of whatever itch each member is wanting to scratch.
—Garret K. Woodward, Rolling Stone, 26 Oct. 2025
Sundae stepped closer as a voice like blue silk drifted over the melodic guitar.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
She was instantly moved by the power of the drums, melodic rhythms and energy.
—Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2025
Through his music, Carrillo transforms personal anguish into empowering anthems, elevating moments of silence into rich, melodic soundscapes and celebrating the beauty of struggle itself.
—Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2025
Unlike the vast majority of punk concerts, this promises to be a barrage of melodic, accessible singalongs.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 6 Oct. 2025
Their methods—ruthless melodic math, brazenly artificial production, and an odd soft spot for reggae rhythms—helped define the world-conquering sound of Britney Spears and Backstreet Boys.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 3 Oct. 2025
Michael is credited as a co-writer on the track due to the melodic interpolation.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Alex Ross, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
The record is signature Oliver, Chris, and Jano cooking up a vibrant, melodic stew — part big-tent soul revival, part joyous dive into the abyss of whatever itch each member is wanting to scratch.
—Garret K. Woodward, Rolling Stone, 26 Oct. 2025
Sundae stepped closer as a voice like blue silk drifted over the melodic guitar.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
She was instantly moved by the power of the drums, melodic rhythms and energy.
—Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2025
Through his music, Carrillo transforms personal anguish into empowering anthems, elevating moments of silence into rich, melodic soundscapes and celebrating the beauty of struggle itself.
—Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2025
Unlike the vast majority of punk concerts, this promises to be a barrage of melodic, accessible singalongs.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 6 Oct. 2025
Their methods—ruthless melodic math, brazenly artificial production, and an odd soft spot for reggae rhythms—helped define the world-conquering sound of Britney Spears and Backstreet Boys.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 3 Oct. 2025
Michael is credited as a co-writer on the track due to the melodic interpolation.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for melodic
Adjective
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In recent years, Bleed had continued recording and performing, maintaining a loyal fan base drawn to his signature mix of southern wisdom and lyrical realism.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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Laden with symbolism both in its lyrics and accompanying video, the piece — structured in operatic movements —surprises with Rosalía’s lyrical performance, gliding seamlessly between English, German, and her native Spanish.—
Luisa Calle,
Billboard,
31 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Yet amidst this external focus on varied lyric forms, the drive in this collection feels narrative, the stories history doubling and echoing myth and history.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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Keith Urban is setting the record straight after fans analyzed his lyric swaps post-Nicole Kidman split.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Highlights will include musical performances by the La Jolla High School Viking Band and flyovers by the San Diego Salute Formation Team.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
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Headlining musical acts include Nickelback, Kid Rock, and Jason Aldean.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Melodic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/melodic. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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