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Definition of poetry

poetry

/ˈpoʊ.ə.tri/
po · et · ry
Adverb:poetically
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Plural:poetries
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Adjective:poetic
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1

Literary work in which the expression of feelings and ideas is given intensity by the use of distinctive style, rhythm, imagery, and often rhyme; poems collectively or as a genre of literature.

Example

"She spent the afternoon reading classic nineteenth-century poetry in the university library."

2

A quality of beauty, grace, and emotional intensity resembling that found in poems.

Example

"There was a quiet poetry in the way the autumn leaves drifted across the still water."

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poetical
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pogo
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poi

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Old French 'poetrie' and Medieval Latin 'poetria', ultimately tracing back to the Ancient Greek 'poiētēs' ('maker, author, poet'), from 'poiein' ('to make or create').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Poetry. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/poetry
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