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DULCET

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 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Pleasing to the ear

Example:

the dulcet tones of the cello

Synonyms:

dulcet; honeyed; mellifluous; mellisonant; sweet

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

melodic; melodious; musical (containing or constituting or characterized by pleasing melody)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Extremely pleasant in a gentle way

Example:

the most dulcet swimming on the most beautiful and remote beaches

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

pleasant (affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings)

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