1
as in song
writing that uses rhythm, vivid language, and often rhyme to provoke an emotional response
not all poetry has to rhyme
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in rhetoric
the art or power of speaking or writing in a forceful and convincing way
the speeches of Dr. Martin Luther King were filled with the kind of poetry that touches people of all races
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of poetry
Eckburg also praised his good friend’s poetry, noting that Williams’ books were not only part of many veterans’ personal libraries, his weekly poems in The Voice community newspaper were a treat for readers over the years.
—
Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 22 Feb. 2026
While narrowing in on their enduring relationship with Falley, the film follows Gibson preparing to give what would be their final poetry reading.
—Eric Farwell, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Feb. 2026
For Semioshkina, the message of veterans on stage extends beyond epic poetry and the theater walls.
—ABC News, 21 Feb. 2026
The interview revealed common ground that includes poetry, photography, anime, and Pokémon.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 20 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for poetry
Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 22 Feb. 2026
While narrowing in on their enduring relationship with Falley, the film follows Gibson preparing to give what would be their final poetry reading.
—Eric Farwell, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Feb. 2026
For Semioshkina, the message of veterans on stage extends beyond epic poetry and the theater walls.
—ABC News, 21 Feb. 2026
The interview revealed common ground that includes poetry, photography, anime, and Pokémon.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 20 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for poetry
Recent Examples of Synonyms for poetry
Noun
-
Barone — who is also a musician — scored the original 70-song soundtrack, which offers arrangements for the game’s seasons, locations and characters, and has added another 30 tracks through its updates.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
26 Feb. 2026
-
Fans are going to like its mix of classic vibes on the 10 originals and one very wicked cover song.—
Peter Larsen,
Daily News,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
Most major 2026 Democratic gubernatorial candidates are sharpening their anti-Trump rhetoric.—
David Mark,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Feb. 2026
-
Kim in recent years has sharpened his rhetoric toward Seoul and underscored his rejection of inter-Korean diplomacy.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
The first Yellowstone-verse series to premiere on a broadcast network has carried on the franchise’s winning track record.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Mar. 2026
-
Another of Agbabiaka’s contributions is the picture of an eagle aloft with multiple verses from Chapter 40 of the Book of Isiah in the Bible behind the large bird.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
His couplets—stitched together by a rhyme—typically saunter in contrary directions.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
-
The couplets rhyme—mostly—but his rhythms are irregular, more implicit than embodied.—
Pete Tosiello,
Pitchfork,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
-
Kosann and Mirojnick designed three core styles for the collection: a poesy ring, a charm and a locket.—
EJ Panaligan,
Variety,
15 Nov. 2022
-
What makes the collection particularly unique is Kosann’s approach to reinventing classics—like the lockets, charms, and poesy rings that she’s reinterpreted in the past—but also Evert’s unique experience of being so connected to the tennis bracelet.—
Kristen Bateman,
Vogue,
17 Aug. 2022
Cite this Entry
“Poetry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/poetry. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
