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melodious

Syllabification: (me·lo·di·ous)
Pronunciation: /məˈlōdēəs/
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Definition of melodious

adjective

  • of, producing, or having a pleasant tune; tuneful:the melodious chant of the monks
  • pleasant-sounding:a melodious voice

Derivatives

melodiously

adverb

melodiousness

noun

Origin:

late Middle English: from Old French melodieus, from melodie (see melody)

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