NYT Dictionary

LYRICALLY

/lˈɪɹɪkli/
AdverbLYR-i-cal-lylyr-i-cal-ly · 4 syllablesCollege

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2019, 2021, 2024, 2026

Meaning

In a manner that is pleasing to hear, as singing or speaking; in a lyrical manner.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English

Etymology tree English lyrical Middle English -ly English -ly English lyrically From lyrical + -ly.

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

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