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melodious definition

me·lo·di·ous (mə lō′dē əs)

adjective

  1. containing or producing melody
  2. pleasing to hear; sounding sweet; tuneful

Etymology: OFr melodieus

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melodious Synonyms

melodious

modif.

agreeable, pleasing, euphonic, sweet, tuneful, dulcet, accordant, assonant, mellifluous, resonant, mellow, in tune, well tuned, harmonic, symphonic, symphonious, unisonant, soft, clear, silvery, silver-toned, euphonious; see also harmonious 1, musical 1.

Antonyms harsh*, grating*, discordant.


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melodious Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • warbler: On St. Agnes there was a Melodious Warbler on the 28 th which was still present on the 29 th.

Modifying Another Word

  • very: The bells were difficult to ring and not very melodious.
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