lyrism
Americannoun
noun
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the art or technique of playing the lyre
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a less common word for lyricism
Etymology
Origin of lyrism
From the Greek word lyrismós, dating back to 1855–60. See lyre, -ism
Example Sentences
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His lyrism is vigorous, feeling, austere and almost entirely subjective and personal, while his pamphlets are distinguished by energy of conviction, strength of affirmation, and contempt for weaker and more ignorant opponents.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 3 "Helmont, Jean" to "Hernosand" by Various
There is, however, a lyrism, personal and modern, in the prophetic inspiration of the High Priest, and Racine anticipated that his boldness in presenting this might be censured by his contemporaries.
From A History of French Literature Short Histories of the Literatures of the World: II. by Gosse, Edmund
Everywhere protestations were made to her, verging on lyrism, on idolatry; the idea of suspecting such demonstrations never crossed her mind.
From The Duchess of Berry and the Court of Charles X by Imbert de Saint-Amand, Arthur Léon, baron
The lyrism of the evening was in the cellar at present, and was not to be drawn from that retreat just yet....
From Good Cheer Stories Every Child Should Know by Dickinson, Asa Don
Nor can he equal the sublime lyrism of his model; but he is little inferior in poetic conception, in dignified idealization, and in picturesque imagery.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 1 "Austria, Lower" to "Bacon" by Various
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