Melodic
Example: The bird sang a melodic tune in the morning.
Definition
"Melodic" describes something related to or characterized by melody, usually referring to a sequence of musical notes that are pleasant and easy to remember. For example, a "melodic" tune is harmonious and pleasing to hear, often evoking emotion or mood.
Etymology
The word "melodic" comes from the Greek word 'melōidikos,' which means 'pertaining to melody.' It entered English in the early 19th century, combining 'melody' with the suffix '-ic,' used to form adjectives. Did you know? The root 'melos' in Greek means 'song' or 'melody,' highlighting the word's deep musical heritage.
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"Melodic" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (A2) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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