SYMPHONIC Synonyms: 70 Similar and Opposite Words

symphonic

adjective

sim-ˈfä-nik

Definition of symphonic

as in musical

having a pleasing mixture of notes the symphonic chorus of frogs in the spring

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Recent Examples of symphonic Despite not being produced by instruments as such, the sequences Stanton found playing in his ears were strangely musical; their arrangement, through its patterning, the dynamism of its counterpoint and dissonance, almost symphonic. — Literary Hub, 6 Oct. 2026 Celebrated composer Philip Glass will lead the symphonic concert Bowie (Breaking) Glass in partnership with Schirmer Theatrical and Østre Gasværk Teater. — Jaeden Pinder, Rolling Stone, 5 Oct. 2026 From a symphonic stage in Dallas comes the story of a tragedy that struck a nation in its heart. — Marvin Hurst, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026 After playing a listless game when serving for the opening set and falling behind in the ensuing tiebreak, Alcaraz put together one of those symphonic runs of points that break opponents’ hearts. — James Hansen, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for symphonic

Recent Examples of Synonyms for symphonic

Adjective

The evening culminated in a special musical performance by Taylor Swift, introduced by Conan O’Brien.

— Vanity Fair, Vanity Fair, 18 Oct. 2026
The five live musical productions that the network delivered on his watch are among his proudest accomplishments.

— Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of musical

Adjective

Each tube contained live birds — five Cuban bullfinches and six Cuban melodious finches, agents said.

— David Goodhue October 7, Miami Herald, 7 Oct. 2026
After a particularly melodious rendition of the national anthem—count on the Met audience to go full voice—the curtain soon rose on the Scottish Highlands.

— Christopher Barnard, Vogue, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of melodious

Adjective

The Lynn Philharmonia, under the direction of Maestro Jon Robertson, presents inaugural pops concert gala featuring some of America’s most iconic orchestral music.

— Mike Hamersly, Miami Herald, 12 Oct. 2026
The band is reaching further beyond its guitar-rock foundations, pushing deeper into electronic moodiness and orchestral sweep in songs that feel more designed than banged out.

— Jon Dolan, Rolling Stone, 12 Oct. 2026