Definition

To create poetry or express thoughts in a poetic form.

Example

She loves to poetise her feelings about nature in beautiful verses.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I've been trying to poetise my feelings lately.

That's interesting! How's it going so far?

It’s challenging, but I love how it makes me think.

I can imagine! Writing can really help express emotions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Poetise → It is formed from "poet" (from Old French *poete*, meaning a maker or creator of poetry) and "-ise" (a suffix used to form verbs indicating to make or to become). The word "poetise" means to create or compose poetry.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'poet' as someone who 'makes' ('-ise') poetry — that's why poetise means to create poetry.

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