Lyric
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈlɪɹɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Lyric is an adjective meaning Of or relating to a writer of such poetry.
Meaning
Of or relating to a writer of such poetry.
More Meanings
- Lyrical.
- Having a light singing voice of modest range.
- Of or relating to musical drama and opera.
- Melodious.
- Of or relating to the lyre (or sometimes the harp).
- A lyric poem.
- (poetry) Of, or relating to a type of poetry (such as a sonnet or ode) that expresses subjective thoughts and feelings, often in a songlike style.
Example Sentences
The lyric in line 3 doesn't rhyme.
The lyrics were written by the composer.
Yo, I got one lyric pointed at your head for start / Another one is pointed at your weak-ass heart
Word Forms
- lyrick
- lyrics
Synonyms for lyric
Depending on context, synonyms include songword, emotional, language, lyrical, coloratura, words.
Antonyms for lyric
Common opposites include dramatic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include language, lyrical, coloratura, emotional, words, letter.
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