Definition

A piece of writing that expresses feelings, ideas, or stories in a creative way, often using rhythm and rhyme.

Example

She wrote a beautiful poem about nature.

Conversation

Have you read that new poem by the famous author?

Not yet, but I've heard it's really beautiful.

I think you would love it; the imagery is stunning in that poem.

I'll definitely check it out — I love when a poem evokes such strong feelings.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Poem** → The word 'poem' originates from the Greek 'poíema' (ποιημα), meaning 'a thing made' or 'a creation'. It is derived from the verb 'poiein' (ποιεῖν), which means 'to make' or 'to create'. A poem is thus understood as a creation of words, often expressing emotions or ideas in a structured form.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek word 'poíema', which means 'a thing made' — this helps you remember that a poem is a crafted creation of language.

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