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musical

relating to music / a stage play with singing
Adjective[C/U] Both
pl: musicalscomp: more musicalsup: most musical

This word carries a bright, rhythmic energy. When used as an adjective, it describes a natural aptitude or a quality of sound that is melodic and pleasing, rather than discordant or noise-like. It suggests a harmony that appeals to the emotions. As a noun, it describes a specific theatrical genre that blends narrative with song. It evokes a sense of spectacle, performance, and exaggerated expression, where characters break from spoken dialogue to express their inner feelings through music.

Countable when referring to a specific stage production like a Broadway show. Uncountable when referring to the general quality of being melodic or the field of music.

Meanings

Adjectiverelating to music

Relating to music or the production of sounds for aesthetic pleasure.

"The children are very musical and play several instruments."

Nouna stage play with singing

A play or movie in which any or all of the characters sing and dance.

"We bought tickets for a new Broadway musical."

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