prose
Definitions
Written or spoken language in its ordinary form, without metrical structure.
A commonplace or dull quality, style, or expression.
Examples
The author's prose is known for its lyrical quality and vivid imagery.
She prefers reading classic prose over contemporary poetry.
Synonyms
common speech everyday language plain writing non-poetic text standard discourse
Antonyms
poetry verse poetic composition metrical writing rhymed literature