balladic
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- adjective
- /bəˈlædɪk/
- Literature
- The composer wrote a balladic piece that captured the spirit of old folk tales.
Examples
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Her poetry often takes on a balladic quality, weaving stories with emotional depth.
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The film's soundtrack features several balladic songs that enhance its romantic atmosphere.
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That was a beautiful balladic performance!
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The poem had a balladic quality that captivated the audience.
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The composer wrote a balladic piece that captured the spirit of old folk tales.
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Her poetry often takes on a balladic quality, weaving stories with emotional depth.
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The film's soundtrack features several balladic songs that enhance its romantic atmosphere.
How Balladic
Surface Forms
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Etymology
The word balladic comes from ballad, which once meant a 'dance song' and comes from the Latin ballare 'to dance'. So something balladic feels like an old song that tells a story, which is why we use it for music or writing with a strong, emotional mood.