Poem

Definition

Poem is a noun that refers to a literary piece written in verse, often characterized by rhythm, meter, and imagery, and intended to evoke emotions or ideas.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈpoʊ.əm/, /ˈpoʊ.ɪm/
• Respelling: POH-uhm, POH-im

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈpəʊ.ɪm/, /ˈpəʊ.əm/
• Respelling: POH-im, POH-uhm

Etymology

The word "poem" originates from the Latin "poema," which was borrowed from the Greek "poiēma," meaning "a work" or "something made," derived from "poiein," meaning "to make" or "to compose."

Derivatives

• Poet (noun)
• Poetry (noun)
• Poetical (adjective)
• Poemlike (adjective)
• Poematic (adjective, rare)

Synonyms

• Verse
• Sonnet
• Ballad

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The term "poem" is used to describe literary works that express ideas or emotions through structured language. Examples include "She wrote a beautiful poem about nature" and "This poem has a rhythmic quality."

Related Terms

• Stanza: A grouped set of lines in a poem.
• Meter: The rhythmic structure of a verse.
• Imagery: Descriptive language used to create mental pictures.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A literary work composed in verse: Refers to writings that employ meter, rhythm, and sometimes rhyme to convey emotions or ideas.
  • Example: "The poem captures the essence of autumn."
• A specific type of creative expression: Refers to works that explore emotions and themes through artistic language.
  • Example: "Her latest poem explores themes of love and loss."