Poetry: meaning, definitions and examples

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poetry

 

[ หˆpษ™สŠษชtri ]

Context #1 | Noun

writing

Poetry is a form of literature that uses aesthetic and rhythmic qualities of language to evoke meanings.

Synonyms

poem, rhyme, verse

Examples of usage

  • Her poetry captured the beauty of nature.
  • The poetry of the ancient Greeks is still studied today.
Context #2 | Noun

artistic expression

Poetry is a way of expressing emotions and thoughts through creative and artistic language.

Synonyms

lyric, poem, verse

Examples of usage

  • She found solace in writing poetry during difficult times.
  • His poetry reflected the turmoil of his inner struggles.
Context #3 | Noun

genre

Poetry encompasses various forms such as sonnets, haikus, and free verse.

Synonyms

lyric, poem, verse

Examples of usage

  • She experimented with different forms of poetry in her writing.
  • The poet excelled in crafting sonnets.

Translations

Translations of the word "poetry" 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—ๆญŒ

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 word 'poetry' has its roots in the Latin word 'poeta,' which means 'poet.' Poetry has been an integral part of human culture for centuries, with ancient civilizations like the Greeks and Romans valuing poetic expression. Over time, poetry has evolved into various forms, from epic poems to modern free verse. Poets have used this medium to explore themes of love, nature, politics, and the human experience.

See also: poetaster, poetic, poeticize, poetize, poetizer, poets.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,470, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.