Prose

/proʊz/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Written or spoken language in its ordinary form, without metrical structure; not poetry.

The author's prose is known for its clarity and vivid imagery.

A form or technique of writing that is distinguished from poetry by its more straightforward and direct expression.

She prefers to write in prose rather than poetry because she feels more comfortable with structured narratives.

Any literary work that is not poetry.

His latest book is a collection of short stories that showcase his exceptional prose.

Derived from the Latin 'prosa', meaning 'straightforward' or 'direct'.

prose and cons

A phrase referring to the advantages and disadvantages of something.

prose poem

A piece of writing that is composed in prose but exhibits poetic qualities.

plain prose

Writing that is clear and straightforward, without embellishments.

poetry

A literary form that uses rhythmic and metrical structure, often with aesthetic qualities.

narrative

A spoken or written account of connected events; a story.

fiction

Literature that describes imaginary events and people.

Everyday language or straightforward communication.

Let's cut the prose and get straight to the point.

Traditional or standard writing style, as opposed to slang or colloquial speech.

She put it in prose instead of using any slang.