Synonyms for

Lyric

Verb / ˈlɪrɪk / Another word for lyric — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Lyric means expressing the writer's emotions, usually in a song-like style.

Synonyms & similar words

lyricpoem dramatic lyrical words language song poetry verse ballad ode sonnet rhyme jingle chant melody ditty aria carol hymn canticle elegy epic haiku limerick prose

Synonyms by register

Formal

poetic verse songlike

Informal

song rhyme words

Literary

bardic minstrel odes

Antonyms

prosaic unpoetic unmusical unlyrical nonpoetic

Common collocations

  • song lyrics
  • rap lyrics
  • lyrics writer
  • lyrics sheet
  • lyrics video
  • lyrics translation
  • lyrics analysis
  • lyrics meaning

Word family

noun lyricism
adjective lyrical

Usage note

While 'lyric' can refer to poetry in general, it most commonly refers to the words of a song. The adjective form 'lyrical' often describes something that is poetic or expressive.

Example sentences

  1. The singer memorized the lyrics to her favorite song.
  2. She wrote a beautiful lyric about the sunset.
  3. The poetry book was filled with many different lyrics.
  4. The song's lyrics were easy to remember.
  5. The lyrics made her feel sad.

Quotes

  • Music is the divine way to tell beautiful, poetic things to the heart. - Pablo Casals
  • Music is the poetry of the air. - Jean Paul Richter
  • Poetry is an echo, asking a shadow to dance. - Carl Sandburg

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