musical

mu-si-cal · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Relating to or involving music.

  2. 2.

    Having a pleasant sound; melodious.

  3. 3.

    (as noun) A theatrical performance combining singing, dancing, and dialogue.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    musical chairs — a party game; also, a situation where people frequently change positions
  • •
    musical comedy — a light theatrical entertainment with songs and dancing

Related words

Antonyms: discordant, unmusical
See also: harmonious, melody, music
Synonyms: harmonious, melodic, tuneful

Etymology

From Medieval Latin musicalis, from Latin musica ("music"), from Greek mousike.