Definition of lyric

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  • lyric is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 10
  • lyric is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 10
  • lyric is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 11

Definition of lyric

  • expressing deep emotion (adjective)

    Examples

    1. the dancer's lyrical performance

    Synonyms

    1. lyrical
  • a short poem of songlike quality (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. lyric poem
  • the text of a popular song or musical-comedy number (noun)

    Examples

    1. his compositions always started with the lyrics

    Synonyms

    1. language
    2. words
  • of or relating to a category of poetry that expresses emotion (often in a songlike way) (adjective)

    Examples

    1. lyric poetry
  • relating to or being musical drama (adjective)

    Examples

    1. the lyric stage
  • used of a singer or singing voice that is light in volume and modest in range (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a lyric soprano
  • write lyrics for (a song) (verb)

See definition of lyric in Merriam Webster