Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

melody

noun
/ˈmɛlədi/
Definition
A sequence of musical notes that are perceived as a single entity.
Examples
  • The melody of the song was stuck in my head all day.
  • She played a beautiful melody on the piano.
  • The bird’s sweet melody filled the morning air.
Meaning
Melody refers to a series of musical tones arranged in a way that is memorable, often forming the main theme of a song or instrumental piece.
Synonyms
  • tune
  • harmony
  • theme
  • air
  • ditty