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- [lir-ik]
- /ˈlɪr ɪk/
- /ˈlɪr.ɪ.kl̩/
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- [lir-ik]
- /ˈlɪr ɪk/
Definitions of lyrically word
- adjective lyrically (of poetry) having the form and musical quality of a song, and especially the character of a songlike outpouring of the poet's own thoughts and feelings, as distinguished from epic and dramatic poetry. 1
- adjective lyrically pertaining to or writing lyric poetry: a lyric poet. 1
- adjective lyrically characterized by or expressing spontaneous, direct feeling: a lyric song; lyric writing. 1
- adjective lyrically pertaining to, rendered by, or employing singing. 1
- adjective lyrically (of a voice) relatively light of volume and modest in range: a lyric soprano. 1
- adjective lyrically pertaining, adapted, or sung to the lyre, or composing poems to be sung to the lyre: ancient Greek lyric odes. 1
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Origin of lyrically
First appearance:
before 1575 One of the 34% oldest English words
1575-85; < Latin lyricus < Greek lyrikós. See lyre, -ic
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Parts of speech for Lyrically
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lyrically popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 96% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 62% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
lyrically usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for lyrically
adverb lyrically
- poetically — possessing the qualities or charm of poetry: poetic descriptions of nature.
- elegiacally — In the manner of an elegy, or funeral poem.
- gracefully — characterized by elegance or beauty of form, manner, movement, or speech; elegant: a graceful dancer; a graceful reply.
- rhythmically — periodic, as motion, or a drumbeat.
- flowingly — moving in or as in a stream: flowing water.
Antonyms for lyrically
adverb lyrically
- prosaically — commonplace or dull; matter-of-fact or unimaginative: a prosaic mind.
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