lyrical
|lyr-i-cal|
B2
/ˈlɪrɪkəl/
expressive emotion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'lyrical' originates from the Greek word 'lyrikos', which referred to the lyre, a musical instrument.
Historical Evolution
'lyrikos' transformed into the Latin word 'lyricus', and eventually became the modern English word 'lyrical'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to the lyre', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'expressing emotions beautifully'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
expressing the writer's emotions in an imaginative and beautiful way.
The poet's lyrical style captivated the audience.
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Adjective 2
relating to the words of a song.
The lyrical content of the song was deeply moving.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45