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ARIOSE
ariose, songlike
(adjective) having a melody (as distinguished from recitative)
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
ariose (comparative more ariose, superlative most ariose)
(music) Melodic and song-like.
Antonym: recitative
Synonyms
• See euphonious
Source: Wiktionary
Ar"i*ose, a. Etym: [It. arioso, fr. aria.]
Definition: Characterized by melody, as distinguished from harmony. Mendelssohn wants the ariose beauty of Handel; vocal melody is not his forte; the interest of his airs harmonic. Foreign Quart. Rev.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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