anthemic
World English Dictionary
anthem (ˈænθəm) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | a song of loyalty or devotion, as to a nation or college: a national anthem |
| 2. | a musical composition for a choir, usually set to words from the Bible, sung as part of a church service |
| 3. | a religious chant sung antiphonally |
| 4. | a popular rock or pop song |
| [Old English antemne, from Late Latin antiphōna | |
| anthemic | |
| —adj | |
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| Main Entry: | anthemic |
| Part of Speech: | adj |
| Definition: | pertaining to music that has the qualities of an anthem, such as a serious tone and strong tune; also, regarded as an anthem |
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Anthemic
is always a great word to know.
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