Rhapsodical

Pronunciation: /ˌræpsəˈdaɪkəl/

Definitions of rhapsodical

adjective relating to or characteristic of a rhapsody; extravagantly enthusiastic

Example Sentences

A1 She gave a rhapsodical speech about her favorite book.

A2 The actor delivered a rhapsodical monologue that captivated the audience.

B1 The poet's rhapsodical verses painted vivid images in the reader's mind.

B2 The musician's rhapsodical performance left the audience in awe.

C1 Her rhapsodical descriptions of nature were both poetic and profound.

C2 The critic praised the film for its rhapsodical storytelling and visual beauty.

Examples of rhapsodical in a Sentence

formal The poet's rhapsodical verses captured the essence of love and nature.

informal She went on a rhapsodical rant about her favorite book series.

slang The concert was so rhapsodical, I didn't want it to end.

figurative His rhapsodical speech painted a vivid picture of a utopian society.

Grammatical Forms of rhapsodical

• past tense: rhapsodized
• plural: rhapsodical
• comparative: more rhapsodical
• superlative: most rhapsodical
• present tense: rhapsodizes
• future tense: will rhapsodize
• perfect tense: has rhapsodized
• continuous tense: is rhapsodizing
• singular: rhapsodical
• positive degree: rhapsodical
• infinitive: to rhapsodize
• gerund: rhapsodizing
• participle: rhapsodizing

Origin and Evolution of rhapsodical

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'rhapsodical' originated from the Greek word 'rhapsoidos' meaning 'stitcher of songs'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe someone who recited epic poetry, the term 'rhapsodical' has evolved to also mean overly dramatic or emotional in a literary or artistic context.