Definition

Relating to or having the qualities of a ballad, which is a type of song or poem that tells a story.

Example

The balladic style of the song captured the audience's attention with its emotional storytelling.

Conversation

Have you heard that new song with the balladic style?

Yeah, I love how it tells a story through the lyrics.

Exactly! It reminded me of classic love songs.

Totally, those balladic elements really bring out the emotion.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Balladic → It is formed from "ballad" (from Old French *balade*, meaning a song or poem that tells a story) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to or relating to). The word "balladic" refers to something that is characteristic of or related to a ballad, often in a lyrical or narrative style.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'ballad' as a story told in song, and remember that 'balladic' means something that relates to that storytelling style.

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