Associations to the word «Lilt»

Wiktionary

LILT, verb. To do something rhythmically, with animation and quickness, usually of music.
LILT, verb. To sing cheerfully, especially in Gaelic.
LILT, verb. To utter with spirit, animation, or gaiety; to sing with spirit and liveliness.
LILT, noun. Animated, brisk motion; spirited rhythm; sprightliness.
LILT, noun. A lively song or dance; a cheerful tune.
LILT, noun. A cheerful or melodious accent when speaking.

Dictionary definition

LILT, noun. A jaunty rhythm in music.
LILT, verb. Articulate in a very careful and rhythmic way.

Wise words

In words, as fashions, the same rule will hold; Alike fantastic, if too new, or old: Be not the first by whom the new are tried, Nor yet the last to lay the old aside.
Alexander Pope