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dulcet Definition

dul·cet (dul′sit)

adjective

  1. soothing or pleasant to hear; sweet-sounding; melodious
  2. Archaic sweet to taste or smell

Etymology: ME doucet < OFr, dim. of douz, sweet < L dulcis, sweet < ? IE base *dḷku-, sweet > Gr glykys

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dulcet Synonyms

dulcet

modif.

melodious, sweet-sounding, euphonious; see harmonious 1, musical 1.

dulcet Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • tone: Together with the dulcet tones of Jacqui, they made a really sweet noise.
  • sound: There was superb food from Asia, Somalia and the Caribbean, being eaten to the dulcet sounds of a steel band.

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