Definition

Having qualities or characteristics similar to a song.

Example

The melody was so songlike that it stayed in my head all day.

Conversation

Have you heard that new piece by the composer?

Not yet, but I heard it's really songlike and beautiful.

Yeah, it reminds me of a classic melody I used to love.

I can't wait to listen to it; I love songlike compositions!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Songlike → It is formed from "song" (from Old English *sang*, meaning a musical composition) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "songlike" means resembling or similar to a song.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'song' as a musical composition and '-like' meaning similar to. This helps you remember that 'songlike' describes something that resembles a song.

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