lyricize

[ lir-uh-sahyz ]

verb (used without object)

, lyr·i·cized, lyr·i·ciz·ing.

1. to write lyrics.
2. to write lyrically or in a lyric style.

verb (used with object)

, lyr·i·cized, lyr·i·ciz·ing.

1. to put into lyric form; treat in a lyric style.

Other Words From

• lyri·ci·zation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of lyricize¹

First recorded in 1825–35; lyric + -ize

Example Sentences

I gave myself no small task, lyricizing a global pandemic experience.

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