Poetic

/pəʊˈɛtɪk/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

of, relating to, or having the qualities of poetry; characterized by imaginative or elevated expression.

The author's poetic language painted a vivid picture in the reader's mind.

having beauty or expressiveness resembling that of poetry.

The sunset over the ocean was a poetic scene, enchanting all who witnessed it.

conveying emotions and ideas in an artistic or imaginative manner.

She wrote a poetic letter that captured her deepest feelings in a beautiful way.

Derived from the Latin 'poeticus', which comes from the Greek 'poietikos', meaning 'pertaining to creation or poetry'.

poetic license

The freedom to create by departing from fact or conventional rules.

poetically inclined

Having a tendency to think or express oneself in a poetic manner.

poetic justice

A situation where virtue is ultimately rewarded or vice punished, often in an ironic manner.

poet

A person who writes poetry.

poem

A piece of writing that expresses feelings or ideas, often in a structured form.

poetry

The art or work of a poet.

Cool or impressive in a creative way.

That song was really poetic, man!

Expressive in an exaggerated manner.

His announcement was so poetic, everyone was moved.