Synonyms for

Musical

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

Definition

Musical means related to or characteristic of music.

Synonyms & similar words

musicalcomedy unmelodious unmusical melodious melodic musicaltheater melodic harmonic tuneful sonorous rhythmic orchestral operatic choral lyrical symphonic vocal musicalized cantabile jazz blues rock pop country folk

Synonyms by register

Formal

melodious harmonious tuneful

Informal

groovy hip cool sweet

Literary

lyrical songful bardic

Antonyms

unmusical nonmusical discordant cacophonous noisy silent

Common collocations

  • musical instrument
  • musical theatre
  • musical chairs
  • musical talent
  • musical score
  • musical performance
  • musical genius

Word family

noun music
adjective musical

Usage note

As an adjective, 'musical' describes something related to music or having a pleasant sound. It can also refer to a person with a talent for music.

Example sentences

  1. My favorite subject in school is musical education.
  2. The birds outside my window are singing a beautiful musical.
  3. I'm going to audition for the lead role in the school musical.
  4. My parents took me to see a musical about a famous singer last night.
  5. Listening to musicals makes me feel happy.

Quotes

  • Without music, life would be a blank to me.
  • Music is the soundtrack of your life.
  • Music is the universal language of mankind.

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