adjective
- relating to or characterized by melisma, a musical technique where a single syllable is sung over multiple notes
Usage: musical terminology
Examples
- The soprano’s melismatic passages showcased her vocal agility.
- Gospel music often features melismatic singing styles.
- The melismatic ornaments in the aria required precise breath control.
- Her melismatic interpretation of the national anthem was controversial.
- Medieval chant includes both syllabic and melismatic sections.
- The singer’s melismatic runs impressed the judges on the talent show.