rhapsody

• Nom désignant une composition épique ou littéraire, souvent adaptée pour la déclamation, exprimant de fortes émotions ou un vif enthousiasme ; également, sentiment d'exaltation ou de transport.

A noun referring to an epic poem or literary work adapted for recitation, often expressing intense emotion or enthusiasm.

1. Epic poem for recitationC2formal

   A part of an epic poem that was adapted or composed for recitation, often by a rhapsode in ancient Greece.

   Rhapsodie (récitation épique)

   • The rhapsody of Homer's Iliad was performed at the festival.
   • Ancient rhapsodes would memorize and recite a rhapsody to the public.
   • The poet composed a new rhapsody based on the legend of Odysseus.

   Synonymesbookcanto

2. Musical compositionB2formal

   A free-form, emotional, and often improvisational musical piece, typically for a solo instrument or orchestra.

   Rhapsodie (composition musicale)

   • Rachmaninoff's Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini is a famous piano piece.
   • The composer wrote a rhapsody inspired by folk melodies.
   • The orchestra performed a beautiful rhapsody that moved the audience.

   Synonymescapricciofantasia

3. Expression of enthusiasmC1formal

   An intensely enthusiastic, ecstatic, or passionate expression of feeling or speech.

   Rhapsodie (expression d'enthousiasme)

   • She went into a rhapsody about the beauty of the sunset.
   • His speech was a rhapsody of praise for the team's achievement.
   • The critic wrote a rhapsody about the new film's brilliance.

   Synonymesebullienceecstasyeffusionenthusiasmexaltationfervoroutpouringpassionrapturetransport