poetry

Definitions

Literary work in which special intensity is given to the expression of feelings and ideas by the use of distinctive style and rhythm.

Poems considered collectively or as a genre of literature.

A quality of beauty and emotional intensity that evokes a sense of aesthetic pleasure.

Examples

She finds great comfort in reading classical poetry during the rainy afternoons.

The poet's latest collection of poetry explores themes of nature and human connection.

Synonyms

verse rhyme lyricism poetics metrical composition artistic writing literary expression

Antonyms

prose nonfiction factual writing technical writing literal speech plain language unpoetic text