Definition

A small or short piece of poetry, often used in a dismissive or contemptuous way.

Example

The poet included a verselet in his collection that captured a fleeting moment.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a verselet before?

No, I haven't. What is it?

It's basically a little verse, but often used in a contemptuous way.

That sounds interesting! I wonder how people use it in poetry.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Verselet → It is formed from "verse" (from Latin "versus", meaning a line or row) and the diminutive suffix "-let" (meaning small or little). The word "verselet" refers to a small verse or a brief poetic line.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'verse' as a line of poetry, and the '-let' means small — so a verselet is a small line of poetry.

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