Meaning of the word rhapsody in English

What does rhapsody mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

rhapsody

US /ˈræp.sə.di/

UK /ˈræp.sə.di/

Noun

an effusively enthusiastic or ecstatic expression of feeling

Example:

•

He launched into a rhapsody about the beauty of the mountains.

•

The poet's latest work is a rhapsody of nature's wonders.

Synonym:

eulogy panegyric paean ode encomium

a one-movement work that is episodic yet integrated, free-flowing in structure, featuring a range of highly contrasted moods, and often based on folk melodies

Example:

•

Liszt's Hungarian Rhapsodies are famous for their virtuosic piano writing.

•

The orchestra performed a beautiful rhapsody based on Irish folk tunes.

Learn This Word at Lingoland