Definition

Describing a word or line of poetry that has eight syllables.

Example

The poem was written in an octosyllabic form, making it rhythmically pleasing.

Conversation

Have you ever tried writing an octosyllabic poem?

No, I haven't! What exactly is it?

It's a poem where each line has eight syllables.

That sounds interesting! I might give it a shot.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Octosyllabic → It is formed from "octo-" (from Greek "okto", meaning eight) and "syllabic" (from Latin "syllaba", meaning syllable). The word describes a word or line of verse that has eight syllables.

Memory Tip

Think of 'eight' ('octo-') syllables in a line — that's what octosyllabic means.

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