melodic
UK: mɪˈlɒdɪk | US: məˈlɑːdɪk
adj. relating to or having a pleasing melody; tuneful
adj. characterized by a sweet or musical sound
The word "melodic" traces back to Greek melos (song) combined with the adjectival suffix -ikos, which denotes "related to." The root melo- appears in many musical terms (e.g., "melody," "melodrama"), reflecting its ancient association with structured sound. The suffix -dic (via Latin -icus and Greek -ikos) generalizes the meaning to "pertaining to melody." Over time, "melodic" evolved to describe anything harmoniously musical.
The bird's melodic chirping filled the morning air.
She has a naturally melodic voice that captivates audiences.
The composer is known for his richly melodic symphonies.
The poem’s rhythmic structure made it almost melodic when read aloud.
Wind chimes created a gentle, melodic backdrop to the garden.