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- [rap-suh-dee]
- /ˈræp sə di/
- /ˈræp.sə.di/
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- [rap-suh-dee]
- /ˈræp sə di/
Definitions of rhapsody word
- noun plural rhapsody Music. an instrumental composition irregular in form and suggestive of improvisation. 1
- noun plural rhapsody an ecstatic expression of feeling or enthusiasm. 1
- noun plural rhapsody an epic poem, or a part of such a poem, as a book of the Iliad, suitable for recitation at one time. 1
- noun plural rhapsody a similar piece of modern literature. 1
- noun plural rhapsody an unusually intense or irregular poem or piece of prose. 1
- noun plural rhapsody Archaic. a miscellaneous collection; jumble. 1
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Origin of rhapsody
First appearance:
before 1535 One of the 29% oldest English words
1535-45; < Latin rhapsōdia < Greek rhapsōidía recital of epic poetry, equivalent to rhapsōid(ós) rhapsodist + -ia -y3
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Parts of speech for Rhapsody
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rhapsody popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 65% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
rhapsody usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for rhapsody
noun rhapsody
- bombast — Bombast is trying to impress people by saying things that sound impressive but have little meaning.
- cantata — A cantata is a fairly short musical work for singers and instruments.
- capriccio — a lively piece composed freely and without adhering to the rules for any specific musical form
- composition — When you talk about the composition of something, you are referring to the way in which its various parts are put together and arranged.
- concerti — a composition for one or more principal instruments, with orchestral accompaniment, now usually in symphonic form.
verb rhapsody
- drool — to water at the mouth, as in anticipation of food; salivate; drivel.
- make much of — great in quantity, measure, or degree: too much cake.
- enthuse — Say something that expresses one's eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.
Antonyms for rhapsody
noun rhapsody
- idle — not working or active; unemployed; doing nothing: idle workers.
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