Synonyms for

Melody

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

Definition

A sequence of single notes that is musically satisfying.

Synonyms & similar words

strain line tonalpattern tune melodicphrase air melodicline tune harmony song music composition arrangement score theme chord sound rhythm beat strain air lyric ballad anthem jingle

Synonyms by register

Formal

tune strain air

Informal

tune jingle song

Literary

lay chant refrain

Antonyms

cacophony dissonance discord noise disharmony racket

Common collocations

  • simple melody
  • catchy melody
  • beautiful melody
  • haunting melody
  • sing a melody
  • compose a melody
  • follow the melody
  • instrumental melody

Word family

noun melody
adjective melodic

Usage note

Melody refers to a pleasing sequence of musical notes. It is often used to describe the main tune of a song or piece of music.

Example sentences

  1. The melody of the birds chirping in the morning is my favorite sound.
  2. I can't get the melody of that song out of my head.
  3. She hummed the melody of the song while she worked.
  4. The melody of the piano filled the room with music.
  5. The melody of the orchestra was breathtaking.

Quotes

  • "A melody is a memory that we can keep forever." - Elton John
  • "Life is a song. Love is the music. The melody is your heart." - Unknown
  • "Melody is the essence of music." - Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

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