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rhapsodically

rhapsodically

9.7
In a way that shows great excitement and strong feeling
  • adverb
  • /ræpˈsɑːdɪkli/
translation icon : eufóricamente
  • Unfortunately, real life isn't a rhapsodically romantic chronicle playing out a splendid script written and revised to suit, guiding us along the Yellow Brick Road to everlasting joy!

Examples

  • The children laughed rhapsodically as they chased each other in the park.

  • (Rhapsodically) I know it's hard to believe, son, but this place, this little place, this wasn't a theater then; this was a palace!

    Fiction book (2001)
  • "Tom Junior didn't need to prove that he was always right, like some other chief executive officers," Piore remembers rhapsodically.

    Academic text (1994)
  • Later, as Hagar describes her brief stay at the Augusta Victoria Hospital, she speaks rhapsodically about "the desert, of all places ... the good old desert ...

    Academic text (1999)
  • She spoke rhapsodically about her trip to the mountains, describing the breathtaking views and vibrant sunsets.

  • He listened rhapsodically to the symphony, completely absorbed in the music.

Synonyms

passionately
vsrhapsodically
66 2.8

In a way that shows very strong feelings and great excitement

is ecstatic and overflowing with emotion rather than focused commitment
enthusiastically
vsrhapsodically
37 3.5

In a way that shows strong interest and excitement

is more ecstatic and highly emotional than simple eager approval
heartily
vsrhapsodically
29 3.4

In a strong, happy, and sincere way

is more emotionally ecstatic and overflowing than sincere warmth
excitedly
vsrhapsodically
27 1.0

In a happy, eager way that shows strong interest

is more emotionally ecstatic rather than merely excited
fervently
vsrhapsodically
19 5.4

In a way that shows strong belief or feeling

is more wildly ecstatic and emotional than earnest intensity
gleefully
vsrhapsodically
19 3.0

With great joy and excitement

is more ecstatic and deeply emotional than playful delight
feverishly
vsrhapsodically
13 5.1

In a way that shows very fast, nervous energy because of strong excitement or worry

is ecstatic and highly emotional but not suggestive of illness
joyfully
vsrhapsodically
11 1.1

In a very happy way that shows delight

is more ecstatic and highly emotional rather than simply happy
energetically
vsrhapsodically
8 3.0

In a lively and eager way

is emotionally ecstatic rather than merely energetic
joyously
vsrhapsodically
5 3.0

In a way that shows great happiness and excitement

is more ecstatic and highly emotional than plain joy
cheerily
vsrhapsodically
3 2.5

In a happy, friendly way

is more emotionally ecstatic and intense than simple cheer
ecstatically
vsrhapsodically
2 6.0

In a very happy and excited way

is intensely emotional and ecstatic rather than only joyful
delightedly
vsrhapsodically
2 2.9

In a very happy way that shows pleasure

is more ecstatic and highly emotional beyond simple pleasure
effusively
vsrhapsodically
1 7.4

In a very warm and emotional way that shows strong feeling

is ecstatic with deep emotion rather than only abundant feeling
exuberantly
vsrhapsodically
1 5.1

In a lively, excited way

is more ecstatic and heavily emotional rather than just cheerful energy
jubilantly
vsrhapsodically
1 5.3

In a way that shows great joy and excitement

is more ecstatic and emotionally overflowing than joyful celebration
feelingly
vsrhapsodically
  • Archaic
1 6.7

In a way that shows strong feeling

is more ecstatic and outwardly emotional than inward feeling
rapturously
vsrhapsodically
1 7.4

Showing great pleasure and excitement

is more ecstatic and highly emotional than that
euphorically
vsrhapsodically
1 6.0

In a way that shows very strong happiness and excitement

is more outwardly ecstatic and highly emotional in tone
ebulliently
vsrhapsodically
1 7.7

In a lively, cheerful way that shows clear happiness

is more intensely ecstatic and highly emotional than lively enthusiasm
exultantly
vsrhapsodically
  • Formal
1 7.0

In a way that shows great joy after success

is more ecstatic and highly emotional rather than triumphant only
boisterously
vsrhapsodically
1 4.1

In a noisy, energetic, and cheerful way

is more intensely emotional and ecstatic than noisy cheer
with a blast
vsrhapsodically
  • Informal
1 5.9

In a very lively and excited way often to celebrate

is more emotionally ecstatic and deeply passionate than mere celebration
ravingly
vsrhapsodically
  • Informal
9.7

In a very excited and wild way

is ecstatic and highly emotional without being irrational
gushingly
vsrhapsodically
7.7

Speak or write with too much excited praise

is ecstatic and strongly emotional but not necessarily excessive
fervidly
vsrhapsodically
8.2

With strong, excited feeling for something

is more ecstatic and rapturous rather than only passionate
fierily
vsrhapsodically
7.4

In a way that shows strong feeling and energy

is more overwhelmed by ecstatic joy than mere fiery passion
exultingly
vsrhapsodically
8.7

In a way that shows great joy after a win

is more intensely ecstatic and emotional than triumphant pride
elatedly
vsrhapsodically
4.7

In a very happy and excited way

is more emotionally ecstatic and full of rapture than high spirits
rollickingly
vsrhapsodically
8.1

In a lively, joyful way like when people laugh and play together

is more emotionally ecstatic and highly felt than carefree exuberance
like a kid on a rollercoaster
vsrhapsodically
  • Informal
8.3

Very excited and happy in an obvious way

is more emotionally ecstatic and intensely transported than casual thrill
mirthfully
vsrhapsodically
6.3

In a happy, laughing way

is more intensely ecstatic and emotionally charged than merry joy
chirpily
vsrhapsodically
  • Informal
5.0

In a cheerful, lively way that shows happiness and energy

is more deeply emotional and ecstatic than light cheer
gayly
vsrhapsodically
  • Archaic
7.0

In a happy, lively way that shows joy

is more emotionally ecstatic and highly charged than bright liveliness
perkily
vsrhapsodically
6.4

In a lively, cheerful way that shows confidence

is more emotionally ecstatic and fervent than light cheerfulness

Antonyms

110 1.0

In a calm, steady way without showing anger or nervousness

5 6.7

In a calm, fair way without strong feeling or bias

Showing no interest or care

How Enthusiastic

ecstatically
2 6.0
rhapsodically
9.7
warmly
39 1.0
calmly
110 1.0

Surface Forms

rhapsodically positive

Morphology

rhapsodically = rhapsodic (transparent) = rhapsody + ic + ally

A regular adverbial formation from the adjective 'rhapsodic' using the productive suffix '-ally', yielding 'in a rhapsodic (ecstatic) manner'.

Etymology

The word rhapsodically comes from Greek parts rhaptein 'to stitch' and aeidein 'to sing', because long ago performers would 'stitch' songs and poems together into one excited speech. So, to speak rhapsodically is to talk like that, full of strong feeling and great excitement.