Definition

A collection of songs or recordings that are grouped together for listening, often used in music apps or on the radio.

Example

I created a playlist of my favorite songs for the road trip.

Conversation

Have you checked out my new playlist yet?

Not yet! What kind of songs are on it?

It's a mix of pop and indie tracks that I've been loving lately.

Sounds awesome! I can't wait to listen to your playlist.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Playlist → It is formed from "play" (from Old English *plegian*, meaning to engage in activity or to perform) and "list" (from Old English *liste*, meaning a series or enumeration). The word "playlist" refers to a list of songs or tracks to be played in a specific order.

Memory Tip

Think of engaging in an activity ('play') and having a series of items ('list') to enjoy — that's what a playlist is, a collection of songs to play.

Visually Confused Words