lyricism

[lir-uh-siz-uhm]

noun

1. lyric character or style, as in poetry.

2. lyric feeling; enthusiasm, especially when unrestrained or exaggerated.

lyricism

/ ˈlɪrɪˌsɪzəm /

noun

1. the quality or style of lyric poetry

2. emotional or enthusiastic outpouring

Other Word Forms

• nonlyricism noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of lyricism¹

First recorded in 1750–60; lyric + -ism

Example Sentences

“Taylor’s lyricism and Max’s production together is just magical pop perfection.”

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However a more reflective and melodic sound emerged, with 2002 release The Remote Part making Idlewild known as much for poetic lyricism as much as punky energy.

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The performance flowed with exquisite lyricism and mustered a thrilling finale.

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It’s a bold but hard-earned move considering he is known for his lyricism in Japanese, tackling themes as deep and broad as mortality, forms of love, greater meaning and gratitude.

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These rooms sing with Californian lyricism, that casual L.A. bliss that the rest of the word criticizes, envies, misunderstands.

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