melismatic

/ˌmɛlɪzˈmætɪk/
adjective
  1. Relating to or characterized by melisma; having many notes sung to one syllable.
    • The melismatic style of the choir made the hymn sound elaborate.
    • Gregorian chant is often melismatic, with long passages on a single vowel.
    • Her melismatic singing added a soulful touch to the pop ballad.
Synonyms
Antonyms
What does "melismatic" mean? | whatsthatwordmean | whatsthatwordmean