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having a pleasing sound
- How to Memorize
- mellifluous - harmonious
- Analysis
Something ‘mellifluous’ is pleasing to the ear, typically sounding sweet with a smooth, rich flow. It is most commonly used in relation to a voice or piece of music that is gentle, reassuring, and easy to listen to. This formal word is most often encountered in written English.
Exam DB Spoken DB Other Synonyms dulcet melodious, honeyed, Antonyms discordantgratingdissonant - Example(s)
The actor had a rich, mellifluous voice that was highly conducive to radio and voice-over work.
I like to listen to my favourite composer when I get home from work. The mellifluous tones of the music really helps me to unwind.
Whenever I go to see my doctor, I find her mellifluous Dublin lilt to be both warm and comforting.
