Definition

Describing something that is against or does not follow the usual styles and techniques of poetry.

Example

His writing style is very antipoetic, lacking the rhythm and imagery typical of traditional poems.

Conversation

Have you read that new poem everyone is talking about?

Yeah, I did! It felt pretty antipoetic to me, though.

Really? I thought it was a fresh take on traditional styles.

I guess it just didn't resonate with me since I'm more into classic poetry.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Antipoetic is formed from "anti-" (meaning against) and "poetic" (from Greek "poetikos", meaning relating to poetry). The word describes something that is against or contrary to the nature of poetry.

Memory Tip

Think of 'anti-' meaning against, and 'poetic' relating to poetry — this helps you remember that 'antipoetic' refers to something that goes against the essence of poetry.

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