Simple meaning
What does Poetry mean?
Poetry is writing that uses rhythm and expressive language.
Dictionary definition
Writing that uses rhythm, sound, and careful word choice to express ideas.
Example sentences
Poetry in a sentence
easy
Our class learned poetry during reading today.
medium
In writing workshop, we used poetry to explain the story clearly.
hard
The passage shows how poetry helps readers understand character and meaning.
Synonyms
Words like Poetry
literary termUse for vocabulary used in reading and writing analysis.
story conceptUse for ideas used to understand stories.
Antonyms
Opposite words
literalUse as contrast when meaning is exact rather than creative.
unclearUse when language does not make meaning easy to understand.
Word family
Poetry word family
Base word
poetry
noun
poetry
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does poetry mean in reading or writing context?
Poetry means poetry is writing that uses rhythm and expressive language.
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