Words To Describe Music

8 words in this vocabulary list

noun a loud, forceful sound or action

adjective describing something that is loud, forceful, or exciting

  • The construction workers were banging on the steel beams to secure them in place.
  • The party last night was banging, everyone had a great time.
  • The new album is banging, I can't stop listening to it.
  • Her heart was banging in her chest as she waited for the results.

adjective Dulcet is an adjective that describes something as sweet, soothing, or melodious in sound.

  • The dulcet tones of the orchestra filled the concert hall.
  • I love listening to her dulcet voice when she sings.
  • Her dulcet voice is like music to my ears.
  • The dulcet aroma of freshly baked bread wafted through the air.

noun a state of depression or anxiety

verb to be afraid of

  • The musician incorporated elements of funk into his latest composition.
  • I love listening to funky music, it always puts me in a good mood.
  • That new track is straight-up funky, I can't stop grooving to it.
  • Her sense of style is so unique, she really knows how to bring the funk to any outfit.

adjective causing someone to feel excited or exhilarated

  • The aroma of the flowers was truly intoxicating.
  • That perfume is so intoxicating, I can't get enough of it.
  • The music at the party was absolutely intoxicating.
  • Her smile was so intoxicating, it captivated everyone in the room.

adjective Describing a person or place as full of energy and enthusiasm; animated and spirited.

  • The lively discussion at the conference kept everyone engaged.
  • The party was so lively with music and dancing all night long.
  • The concert was lit, the crowd was so lively!
  • Her eyes were lively with excitement as she talked about her upcoming trip.

adjective having a smooth, flowing sound; pleasing to hear

  • The singer had a mellifluous voice that captivated the audience.
  • I could listen to her mellifluous voice all day.
  • Her voice is so mellifluous, it's like music to my ears.
  • The writer's words flowed together in a mellifluous stream of prose.

adjective slightly intoxicated or tipsy

  • The professor was known for his tiddly lectures on quantum physics.
  • After a few drinks, he started feeling a bit tiddly.
  • Let's have a tiddly party this weekend!
  • Her mind was in a tiddly state after pulling an all-nighter.

adjective describing something that is not melodious or pleasant to listen to

  • The unmelodious sound of the construction work next door was disrupting the peace and quiet of the neighborhood.
  • I can't stand that unmelodious music blaring from your room, can you please turn it down?
  • That unmelodious racket is giving me a headache, can we do something about it?
  • Her unmelodious laughter echoed through the empty room, a stark reminder of the loneliness she felt inside.