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lyr⋅i⋅cism

[lir-uh-siz-uhm]
–noun
1. lyric character or style, as in poetry.
2. lyric feeling; enthusiasm, esp. when unrestrained or exaggerated.

Origin:
1750–60; lyric + -ism
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lyr·i·cism   (lĭr'ĭ-sĭz'əm)   
n.  
    1. The character or quality of subjectivity and sensuality of expression, especially in the arts.

    2. The quality or state of being melodious; melodiousness.

  1. An intense outpouring of exuberant emotion.

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