lyric Synonyms
Another word for lyric
• noun (Context 1)
(Usually in the plural, 'lyrics') the words of a song, or a single line of text within a song, as distinguished from its musical melody.
"She memorized every words of her favorite album before attending the concert."
• adjective (Context 2)
(Of poetry) expressing the writer's personal emotions and thoughts in an imaginative, song-like style, rather than telling a long narrative story.
"John Keats is celebrated as one of the greatest masters of English lyrical poetry."
• noun (Context 3)
A short poem that expresses the personal thoughts and feelings of the poet in a musical, rhythmic style.
"The anthology features several Elizabethan lyrics alongside Shakespeare's sonnets."
• adjective (Context 4)
(Of a singing voice) having a light, flexible, and melodious quality suitable for graceful, cantabile music rather than heavy dramatic roles.
"The young soprano possesses a bright melodious voice ideal for Mozart's operas."
Opposites of lyric
The opposite of lyric shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: