Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Characteristic of or resembling ballet: Having the qualities, grace, or style associated with the art of ballet.
   • Suitable for ballet: Appropriate in form, movement, or aesthetic for performance in ballet.

Usage

The adjective "balletic" is used to describe movements, poses, grace, or artistic qualities that are reminiscent of or appropriate for classical ballet. It often implies elegance, precision, and fluidity.

Examples

• Adjective:
  • Her movements were so light and balletic that she seemed to float across the stage.
  • The gymnast's routine had a balletic quality, full of pointed toes and graceful extensions.
  • The choreography, though modern, incorporated balletic lines and postures.

Advanced Usage

• "balletic grace": A phrase describing a very elegant, poised, and fluid manner of movement.
  • The figure skater moved with a balletic grace that captivated the audience.
• Used metaphorically to describe non-dance movements that are exceptionally graceful.
  • The defender made a balletic leap to intercept the pass.

Variants and Related Words

• Ballet (n): A classical dance form characterized by grace, precision, and formalized steps.
  • She has studied ballet since she was five years old.
• Balletically (adv): In a manner characteristic of ballet.
  • The dancer moved balletically through the complex sequence.

Synonyms

• Graceful: Having elegance or beauty of movement.
• Lithesome: (Literary) Gracefully thin and bending easily.
• Dancelike: Resembling or suitable for dance.

Antonyms

• Graceless: Lacking grace, elegance, or charm.
• Clumsy: Awkward in movement or action.
• Ungainly: Lacking grace in movement or posture.

Adjective

1. characteristic of or resembling or suitable for ballet