danceable

[ dan-suh-buhl, dahn- ]

adjective

1. appropriate for or conducive to dancing:

   danceable music.

Other Words From

• dancea·bili·ty noun
• un·dancea·ble adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of danceable¹

First recorded in 1855–60; dance + -able

Example Sentences

Given cumbia’s danceable nature, she says she always tries to create the atmosphere of a family party at shows.

From Los Angeles Times

For Robot and Dog, that song is Earth, Wind & Fire’s funky and danceable 1978 single “September.”

From Los Angeles Times

I also felt like writing more danceable songs was a way to have people engaging with their own bodies.

From Salon

It’s where I express the power of Rio’s funk in every track its unique, danceable, and sensual beats,” she said in a statement.

From Seattle Times

Urango paired his deeply danceable music with heartfelt socialism and community activism.

From Los Angeles Times