Eurythmics

C1 16+

Pronunciation: /jʊˈrɪðmɪks/

Definitions of eurythmics

noun a style of synchronized bodily movement used in education, therapy, and dance, especially as a form of artistic expression

Example Sentences

A1 The Eurythmics is a British music duo.

A2 I enjoy listening to the Eurythmics' music.

B1 The Eurythmics were popular in the 1980s.

B2 Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart formed the Eurythmics.

C1 The Eurythmics' music is a blend of new wave and synth-pop.

C2 The Eurythmics' album 'Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)' was a commercial success.

Examples of eurythmics in a Sentence

formal The Eurythmics were a popular British music duo in the 1980s.

informal I love listening to the Eurythmics when I'm feeling nostalgic.

slang The Eurythmics have some bangers from back in the day.

figurative The Eurythmics' music is like a time machine, taking me back to the 80s.

Grammatical Forms of eurythmics

past tense

eurythmicsed

plural

eurythmics

comparative

more eurythmics

superlative

most eurythmics

present tense

eurythmics

future tense

will eurythmics

perfect tense

have eurythmicsed

continuous tense

is eurythmicsing

singular

eurythmics

positive degree

eurythmics

infinitive

to eurythmics

gerund

eurythmicsing

participle

eurythmicsed

Origin and Evolution of eurythmics

First Known Use: 1920 year
Language of Origin: Greek
Story behind the word: The word 'eurythmics' originated from the Greek words 'eurus' meaning well or good, and 'rhythmos' meaning rhythm. It was coined to describe the art of harmonious bodily movement to music.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of dance and music, the term 'eurythmics' later became associated with a specific style of electronic pop music in the 1980s, thanks to the British musical duo Eurythmics.