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Synonyms & Similar Words
musicality
harmony
euphony
sweetness
melodiousness
sonority
richness
resonance
fullness
roundness
smoothness
silkiness
gentleness
softness
suaveness
mellowfulness
dulcetness
sweetness
pleasantness
agreeableness
tunefulness
lyricism
poignancy
expressiveness
eloquence
fluency
lucidity
clarity
precision
sweetness of sound
pleasant sound
Meaning of Mellifluousness
The primary meaning of the word "Mellifluousness" refers to a smooth and sweet sound, often used to describe music, voice, or language.
Definitions
- Having a smooth and sweet sound
- Pleasant to hear, with a smooth and rich quality
- Characterized by a smooth, rich, and sweet sound, often used to describe speech, music, or other sounds
Etymology of Mellifluousness
The word "Mellifluousness" originates from the Latin words "mellis" (honey) and "fluere" (to flow), meaning "honey-sweet" or "flowing like honey"
Historically, the term has been used to describe the smooth and sweet sounds of music, poetry, and speech, with roots in Latin and Greek linguistic traditions
Example Uses
- The singer's mellifluousness filled the concert hall, mesmerizing the audience with her smooth and sweet voice
- The poet's use of language was marked by its mellifluousness, with a rhythm and cadence that flowed like honey
- The sound of the river flowing through the valley was characterized by its mellifluousness, creating a soothing and peaceful atmosphere
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
discord
cacophony
harshness
roughness
gruffness
hoarseness
stridency
shrillness
jarring
unpleasantness
disagreeableness
dissonance
unmelodiousness
tunelessness
grating
rasping
scratching
screeching
squeaking
squealing