vocalism
noun
vo·cal·ism
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Definition of vocalism
1a
: the vowel system of a language or dialect
b
: the pattern of vowels in a word or paradigm
2
: vocalization
Examples of vocalism in a Sentence
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One of those singers was mezzo-soprano Kindra Scharich, whose velvety vocalism illuminated the kindly character of Dodo in this bracing tale of faith and repression. — Georgia Rowe, The Mercury News, "Superb mezzo-soprano Kindra Scharich adds dazzle to SF Piano Fest," 20 Aug. 2019 His entrance aria was pure vocal gold, while his ardent Arturo dominated the third act with one virtuosic feat of vocalism after another. — John Von Rhein, chicagotribune.com, "Spectacular singing sparks Lyric's revival of 'I Puritani'," 5 Feb. 2018 Johnson-Moore captures the saucy-vulnerable mix of Roxie and produces sizzling vocalism. — Tim Smith, baltimoresun.com, "ArtsCentric offers all-African-American production of 'Chicago'," 2 Aug. 2017 Ms. Buck was wonderful, her vocalism soaring, strong and pure. — James R. Oestreich, New York Times, "Review: LoftOpera Stages a Rarity, With Lingerie," 26 June 2017 A gifted singing actor, Schrott shaded the role with robust vocalism and keen comic timing. — Georgia Rowe, The Mercury News, "Review: A seductive ‘Don Giovanni’ on the prowl at SF Opera," 5 June 2017These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'vocalism.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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