poetic

adjective

po·​et·​ic pō-ˈe-tik 

1

a

: of, relating to, or characteristic of poets or poetry

b

: given to writing poetry

2

: written in verse

3

: having or expressing the qualities of poetry (as through aesthetic or emotional impact)

her poetic beauty

Synonyms

• bardic
• lyric
• lyrical
• poetical
• poeticized

Examples of poetic in a Sentence

your description of the sun setting over the Grand Canyon was a particularly poetic piece of writing

Recent Examples on the Web

Ray Davies’ band was a poetic paradox and thus far more interesting theatrically than all of ’em. —Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2025

That came close to being a poetic point, but on the other hand…no. —Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 28 Mar. 2025

Known for her poetic, expressive style and work celebrating the Black experience, Alicia will lead students through the various visual components that encompass a film, from cinematography to production and costume design. —Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 26 Mar. 2025

Nilufar Edition unveils the gallery’s latest collectible designs, while George Nakashima celebrates the poetic spirituality of wood. —Natalie Stoclet, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1500, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing poetic

• poetic justice
• poetic license

Rhymes for poetic

• acetic
• aesthetic
• ascetic
• athletic
• cosmetic
• diegetic
• eidetic
• emetic
• esthetic
• frenetic
• genetic
• helvetic

Kids Definition

poetic

adjective

po·​et·​ic pō-ˈet-ik 

1

: of, relating to, or characteristic of poets or poetry

poetic words

2

: written in verse

poetical

-i-kəl

adjective

poetically

-k(ə-)lē

adverb