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Poetical

Verb / pəʊˈetɪkʌl / Another word for poetical — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The word 'poetical' means relating to or characteristic of poetry.

Synonyms & similar words

poetic lyrical expressive artistic creative imaginative rhythmic flowery ornate figurative descriptive eloquent melodious romantic fanciful symbolic evocative inspiring aesthetic enchanting dreamy

Example sentences

  1. Her poetical words painted a vivid picture in my mind.
  2. The poetical language used in the poem made it sound like music.
  3. He enjoys reading poetical works by famous poets.
  4. The poetical nature of the story captivated the audience.
  5. She expressed her emotions through poetical verses.

Quotes

  • Poetry is when an emotion has found its thought and the thought has found words. - Robert Frost
  • A poet is, before anything else, a person who is passionately in love with language. - W.H. Auden
  • Poetry is the spontaneous overflow of powerful feelings. - William Wordsworth

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