rhythmic

adjective

rhyth·​mic ˈrit͟h-mik 

variants or rhythmical

ˈriṯẖ-mi-kəl 

1

: marked by or moving in pronounced rhythm

2

: of, relating to, or involving rhythm

rhythmically

ˈriṯẖ-mi-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

Synonyms

• cadenced
• cadent
• measured
• metrical
• metric

Examples of rhythmic in a Sentence

We could hear a rhythmic drumming outside.

lulled to sleep by the rhythmic sound of her mother's voice reading the Bible

Recent Examples on the Web

The driving force of the track is the rhythmic energy that infuses both its lyrics and beats, mixing percussion with horns in a way that feels at once classic and contemporary. —Walaa Elsiddig, Billboard, 6 Dec. 2024

New patterns, inspired by Minassian’s own work, include large-scale rhythmic motifs that reflect his belief in creating versatile, impactful pieces suitable for any space. —Sofia Celeste, WWD, 21 Nov. 2024

May 16, 2024 The score also plays on the concept of time and uses electronic manipulation for ticking, grooving rhythmic passages. —Tim Greiving, Los Angeles Times, 20 Nov. 2024

That irregular rhythmic sequence, together with the instability of Malone’s ostensibly simple harmonies, generates stealthily accumulating tension. —Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 2 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1603, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Kids Definition

rhythmic

adjective

rhyth·​mic ˈrit͟h-mik 

variants or rhythmical

-mi-kəl 

: of, relating to, or having rhythm

rhythmically

-mi-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

Medical Definition

rhythmic

adjective

rhyth·​mic ˈrit͟h-mik 

variants or rhythmical

-mi-kəl 

1

: of, relating to, or involving rhythm

2

: marked by or moving in pronounced rhythm

rhythmic contractions

rhythmically

-mi-k(ə-)lē 

adverb