Poesy: meaning, definitions and examples

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poesy

 

[ หˆpล-ษ™-zฤ“ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

literary form

Poesy refers to the art or practice of poetry. It embodies the expression of feelings, ideas, or thoughts through rhythmic and often structured language. Poesy can encompass various styles and forms of poetic expression, ranging from traditional verse to modern free verse.

Synonyms

poetry, rhyme, stanza, verse

Examples of usage

  • Her poesy captured the beauty of nature.
  • He studied ancient poesy to understand cultural history.
  • The festival celebrated the art of poesy with readings and performances.

Translations

Translations of the word "poesy" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น poesia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคตเคฟเคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Dichtung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ puisi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพะตะทั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ poezja

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฉฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท poรฉsie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ poesรญa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸiir

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดุนุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ poezie

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ poรฉzia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฏ—

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ poezija

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ ljรณรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะพัะทะธั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒ”แƒ–แƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ poeziya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ poesรญa

Etymology

The term 'poesy' originates from the Latin word 'poesis', which in turn is derived from the Greek 'poiฤ“sis', meaning 'to make' or 'to create'. This reflects the creative aspect of poetry as an art form. In early literature, 'poesy' was often used interchangeably with 'poetry', emphasizing its aesthetic and artistic qualities. Over time, its usage became more specialized, encompassing a wide range of poetic styles and traditions. Today, 'poesy' is often used in a more formal or archaic context, referring to the craft and artistry of poetic expression. The concept of poesy has been central to many cultures, serving as a vehicle for exploring human emotions, societal issues, and the complexities of life.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,926, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.