Definition

A person who writes poetry, often in a simple or less skilled manner.

Example

The versifier created charming but simple poems for children.

Conversation

I just read a poem by that new versifier everyone's talking about.

Oh really? What did you think of it?

Honestly, it felt a bit shallow compared to more established poets.

Yeah, sometimes those versifiers just don't have the depth.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Versifier → It is formed from "versus" (from Latin, meaning a line or row, especially in poetry) and "-ifier" (from Latin "-ificare", meaning to make or to do). The word "versifier" refers to someone who makes or creates verses, particularly in poetry.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'makes' ('-ifier') 'lines of poetry' ('versus') — that's what a versifier does.

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