mellow

Meanings

• adjective

  Calm and soothing; not harsh or rough.

  - "The mellow voice of the singer was soothing to the audience."
  - "The aged cheese had a mellow flavor."

• verb

  To make something mellow or calm.

  - "Let's mellow out this argument."
  - "The aging process mellowed the harsh edges of his personality."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈmɛloʊ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

convivial , gay , genial , jovial , yielding , merry , casual , easy-breezy

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with mellow
yellow , mellowellow , ellow

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Variants

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mellow , mellower , mellowest , mellowly , mellowness , mellownesses , mellowed , mellowing , mellows , mellow out , mellowed out , mellowing out , mellows out

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Etymology

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Old English mæl, from Proto-Germanic *meljo- 'soft, mild'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'mellow' is often used to describe aged cheeses, wines, and tobacco.

2. In music, a mellow sound is one that is smooth and soothing to the ear.

3. The word 'mellow' has been used in English since the 13th century.

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Related Concepts

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1. Calmness: A state of mental and emotional peace, characterized by a lack of anxiety and agitation.

2. Serenity: The quality or state of being free from disturbance; peace and tranquility.

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Culture

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Mellow is often associated with relaxation, calmness, and tranquility. It can be found in various forms of art and literature, such as poetry and music.

How to Memorize "mellow"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a calm, tranquil scene, such as a sunset over a still lake. Visualize the color and texture of the scene, and how it makes you feel.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'mellow' with calmness and relaxation. Think of a calming experience, such as taking a warm bath or listening to soothing music.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each definition: 'Calm And Soothing' and 'To Make Something Calm'.

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