musicality

noun

mu·​si·​cal·​i·​ty ˌmyü-zi-ˈka-lə-tē How to pronounce musicality (audio)
1
: sensitivity to, knowledge of, or talent for music
2
: the quality or state of being musical : melodiousness

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Bruno praised the flow, musicality, and softness of the routine. Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 19 Nov. 2024 After each round, nine judges each choose a winner based on technique, execution, musicality and originality. Hannah Poukish, The Athletic, 8 Aug. 2024 But much like its peers—old and new—Big Fuzz’s warmth, musicality, and connectedness to its neighborhood, to the credit of Quismundo and his partners, is what makes the bar a delight—and distinctively Manila. Maryam Jillani, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2024 Treading lightly—but making an impact B-boys and B-girls will be judged on five criteria set by the IOC: musicality, vocabulary, originality, technique and execution. Jason Ma, Fortune Europe, 4 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for musicality 

Word History

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of musicality was in 1850

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“Musicality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/musicality. Accessed 26 Dec. 2024.

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musicality

noun
mu·​si·​cal·​i·​ty ˌmyü-zi-ˈkal-ət-ē How to pronounce musicality (audio)
: the quality of being musical or melodious
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