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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