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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.