rhapsody
/'ræpsədi/
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Definition
- Noun:
- An epic poem adapted for recitation: A piece of writing, originally in ancient Greece, that is a long, narrative poem celebrating heroic deeds, designed to be spoken or sung aloud.
- An effusively enthusiastic or ecstatic expression of feeling: A state of being carried away by overwhelming emotion, or a speech or piece of writing that expresses such feelings in an exaggerated way.
- Music: A free instrumental composition in one extended movement, typically emotional or exuberant in character: In music, a piece that is often irregular in form and expressive, sometimes based on folk themes.
Examples of Usage
- Noun (Epic Poem):
- The ancient bard performed a rhapsody about the Trojan War.
- Noun (Ecstatic Expression):
- She went into rhapsodies over the beautiful sunset.
- His review of the film was a complete rhapsody.
- Noun (Music):
- Liszt's "Hungarian Rhapsodies" are famous piano works.
Advanced Usage
- "to go into rhapsodies (over/about something)": To express extreme delight or enthusiasm about something.
- The critic went into rhapsodies about the young pianist's debut performance.
Variants and Related Words
- Rhapsodize (verb): To speak or write about something with great enthusiasm and delight.
- He rhapsodized about the flavors of the meal.
- Rhapsodic (adjective): Characterized by or expressing rhapsody; ecstatically enthusiastic.
- She gave a rhapsodic description of her journey.
Synonyms
- Ecstasy: An overwhelming feeling of great happiness or joyful excitement.
- Enthusiasm: Intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.
- Ode: A lyric poem, typically one in the form of an address to a particular subject, written in varied or irregular meter. (Note: This is a related poetic form, but more structured than a rhapsody).
Related Phrases
- Rhapsody of praise: An extremely enthusiastic and effusive expression of approval.
- The new policy was met with a rhapsody of praise from supporters.
Noun
- an epic poem adapted for recitation