lilting
1 of 1adjective/ˈlɪltɪŋ/
Forms:more lilting,most lilting
1
a cheerful, rhythmic, and melodious quality in music or speech that has a pleasant effect
- Her lilting voice was soothing to listen to.
- The singer's lilting melody captivated the audience.
- The lilting tune of the lullaby put the baby to sleep.
- The poetry reading was enhanced by her lilting delivery.
- He spoke with a lilting accent that was charming.