Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ballad
noun
/ˈbæl.əd/
Definition
A ballad is a form of verse, often a narrative set to music.
Examples
- “The farmer’s daughter sang a sweet ballad about her lost love.”
- “Many popular songs are written in the style of traditional ballads.”
- “He recited an old ballad that captured the spirit of the times.”
Meaning
Ballads typically tell a story, often about love, loss, or adventure, and are meant to be sung.
Synonyms
- song
- poem
- lyric
