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melodious

/məˈloʊ.di.əs/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.adjective

Producing or having a pleasant tune; tuneful, musical, or sweet-sounding.

Example Sentences:
  • The singer captivated the audience with her melodious voice.
  • We fell asleep to the melodious sound of the stream trickling outside the cabin window.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from Middle English, originating from Old French 'melodie' (melody), which traces back to Late Latin 'melodia' and ultimately Greek 'melōidia' (singing, chant), combining 'melos' (song, tune) and 'aeidein' (to sing).

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Think of a 'melody' when you hear 'melodious'—something that has a beautiful melody sounds melodious.

Frequently Asked Questions About “melodious

1. What is the meaning of “melodious” in English?

In English, melodious (adjective) is defined as: “Producing or having a pleasant tune; tuneful, musical, or sweet-sounding.”.

2. How do you use “melodious” in a sentence?

The singer captivated the audience with her melodious voice.

3. What are English synonyms of “melodious”?

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “melodious”?

Derived from Middle English, originating from Old French 'melodie' (melody), which traces back to Late Latin 'melodia' and ultimately Greek 'melōidia' (singing, chant), combining 'melos' (song, tune) and 'aeidein' (to sing).