This is a list of terms for describing texts, with an emphasis on terms that apply specifically to poetry, that appear most frequently in literary criticism, or for which dictionary definitions tend to be unenlightening.

Contrasting or combining two terms, phrases, or clauses with opposite meanings. William Blake pits love’s competing impulses—selflessness and self-interest—against each other in his poem “The Clod and the Pebble.”

2021年8月30日 · Here you’ll find the 40 of the most common poetry terms with examples: 1. Alliteration: Alliteration is the repetition of consonant sounds —particularly the sound of a word’s initial consonant—for aural effect. 2. Anapest: An anapest is a metrical foot of poetry that consists of two unstressed syllables followed by one stressed syllable.

Watch the video below to help you remember the key poetic terms and the forms and structure of poetry to help you achieve the top grades. Below the video are the definitions of some of the most commonly used terms in poetry.

This is a glossary of poetry terms. Metre (or meter): the basic rhythmic structure of a verse or lines in verse. Metres are influenced by syllables and their "weight" Stanza: a group of lines forming the basic recurring metrical unit in a poem. (cf. verse in music.) Verse: formally, a single metrical line. (Not to be confused with musical verse.)

A comprehensive dictionary of poetry terminology that is excellent for teaching and learning various elements of poetry. This glossary of all poetry terms is a valuable resource for poets and educators.

2017年3月14日 · Find the definitions of 37 common poetry terms and their definitions, including stanza lengths, metrical feet, line lengths, alliteration, assonance, consonance, enjambment, refrain, and more!

This glossary contains all the common poetic terms you can expect to find in English poetry, plus some of the more obscure ones. Students, poets and readers of poetry should be able to find just what they're looking for here.

2024年5月3日 · Welcome to our large glossary of poetry terms and examples! The poetry terms are organized by category and then in alphabetical order. Most poetry terms have at least one example or link to examples.

2014年7月8日 · Poetry Glossary - The Academy of American Poets is the largest membership-based nonprofit organization fostering an appreciation for contemporary poetry and supporting American poets. An introduction to poetic terms and devices.