Lyricism (noun)

  1. The quality or style of poetry or music that expresses the personal feelings or thoughts of the writer or performer.
  2. The ability to express oneself in a musical or poetic way, characterized by a free and imaginative use of language.

Origin:

The term "lyricism" comes from the greek word "lyrikos" which means "singing to the lyre" and "lyrikos poiētēs" which means "lyric poet".

Examples:

  1. The singer's voice was filled with lyricism as she sang the emotional ballad.
  2. The poem's imagery and lyricism made it stand out from other works in the anthology.
  3. The composer's use of lyricism in the melody created a sense of nostalgia.
  4. The novel's lyrical prose made it a joy to read.
  5. The painter's use of color and brushstrokes added a sense of lyricism to the painting.
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