poetry

Meanings

• The art of writing, speaking, or creating literature that evokes meanings in addition to, or in place of, the prosaic meaning.

  - "The poet's words painted a vivid picture in my mind."
  - "She found solace in the poetry of Rumi."
  - "The sonnet was a beautiful example of Shakespearean poetry."

• Composition in the spoken word.

  - "His poetry was a reflection of his soul."
  - "The rhythm of her poetry was mesmerizing."
  - "The poetry slam was a competition of spoken word."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈpoʊətɹi/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1669333"

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Antonyms

prose

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Synonyms

poesy , verse

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with poetry
beauty , utility , variety

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Variants

List of all variants of poetry that leads to same result
poetries , poetry , poetry in motion , poetry reading , concrete poetries , concrete poetry

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Forms

Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).

Free verse, Sonnet, Haiku, Limerick, Ballad

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From Middle English poete, from Old French poete, from Latin poeta, from poēsis 'making' (from pōēsse 'make').

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Trivia

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1. The oldest known poetry dates back to around 2000 BCE.

2. Poetry was originally an oral tradition, passed down from generation to generation.

3. The longest poem in the English language is 'Paradise Lost' by John Milton, with over 10,000 lines.

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Related Concepts

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1. Literature: Poetry is a form of literature that uses language to evoke meanings in addition to, or in place of, the prosaic meaning.

2. Lyric poetry: A type of poetry that expresses the thoughts and emotions of the poet.

3. Narrative poetry: A type of poetry that tells a story.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Poetry has a rich cultural history, spanning various civilizations and literary movements. It has been used as a means of expressing emotions, exploring social issues, and preserving historical events. Poetry has been an integral part of literature, art, music, and other forms of expression throughout history.

How to Memorize "poetry"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine the setting and characters in the poem.
   - Visualize the emotions and feelings expressed in the poem.
   - Create mental images of the poet's words.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the poem with a personal experience or memory.
   - Create associations between the words and images in the poem.
   - Associate the rhythm and meter of the poem with a familiar melody.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use acronyms or mnemonic devices to remember key words or phrases.
   - Create mental images or stories to help remember the order of lines or stanzas.
   - Repeat the poem out loud to improve memory retention.

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